Solar energy in Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Average irradiation 3.6 kWh/m²/day · ~1051 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Pavlodar (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.27 | -18.4 | 31 |
| Feb | 2.40 | -15.1 | 58 |
| Mar | 3.78 | -5.6 | 92 |
| Apr | 4.71 | 6.4 | 114 |
| May | 6.14 | 14.4 | 149 |
| Jun | 6.40 | 20.6 | 156 |
| Jul | 5.81 | 21.9 | 141 |
| Aug | 5.15 | 19.9 | 125 |
| Sep | 3.66 | 12.5 | 89 |
| Oct | 2.03 | 3.8 | 49 |
| Nov | 1.02 | -5.6 | 25 |
| Dec | 0.82 | -14.4 | 20 |
Solar potential of Pavlodar explained
Pavlodar receives an average of 3.6 kilowatt-hours of solar energy per square metre per day, measured over four decades of satellite observation. In practical terms, every kilowatt-peak of installed PV capacity yields about 1051 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This is a solid mid-range solar resource: production is meaningful year-round, though winter output drops noticeably.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Pavlodar?
With 3.6 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Pavlodar produces roughly 1051 kWh per year. That is a good solar resource; with current panel prices most systems pay back well within their lifetime.
How much electricity would a 5 kW system produce in Pavlodar?
Approximately 5,000 kWh per year — enough to cover a large share of a typical household's consumption.
What data is this based on?
Long-term satellite observations from NASA POWER (1981–present) and the PVGIS SARAH3 database, assuming a performance ratio of 80%.
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