Solar energy in Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Average irradiation 3.88 kWh/m²/day · ~1133 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Plovdiv (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.65 | 0.5 | 40 |
| Feb | 2.46 | 2.5 | 60 |
| Mar | 3.47 | 6.7 | 84 |
| Apr | 4.65 | 11.2 | 113 |
| May | 5.51 | 16.9 | 134 |
| Jun | 6.14 | 21.4 | 149 |
| Jul | 6.39 | 24.1 | 155 |
| Aug | 5.79 | 24.2 | 141 |
| Sep | 4.33 | 19.2 | 105 |
| Oct | 2.91 | 13.1 | 71 |
| Nov | 1.86 | 7.6 | 45 |
| Dec | 1.41 | 2.0 | 34 |
Solar potential of Plovdiv explained
Plovdiv receives an average of 3.88 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 1133 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 Plovdiv?
With 3.88 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Plovdiv produces roughly 1133 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 Plovdiv?
Approximately 6,000 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%.
Compare with nearby cities
London (2.6) · Paris (3.2) · Berlin (2.9) · Munich (3.3) · Madrid (4.8) · Barcelona (4.6) · all cities →