Solar energy in Ramadi, Iraq
Average irradiation 5.39 kWh/m²/day · ~1574 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Ramadi (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3.04 | 8.4 | 74 |
| Feb | 3.98 | 11.2 | 97 |
| Mar | 5.27 | 16.5 | 128 |
| Apr | 6.14 | 22.3 | 149 |
| May | 7.14 | 28.7 | 174 |
| Jun | 7.98 | 33.6 | 194 |
| Jul | 7.64 | 36.1 | 186 |
| Aug | 7.05 | 35.9 | 172 |
| Sep | 5.98 | 31.8 | 145 |
| Oct | 4.42 | 25.5 | 107 |
| Nov | 3.33 | 16.1 | 81 |
| Dec | 2.75 | 10.1 | 67 |
Solar potential of Ramadi explained
Ramadi receives an average of 5.39 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 1574 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Ramadi among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Ramadi?
With 5.39 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Ramadi produces roughly 1574 kWh per year. That is an excellent solar resource — payback periods are typically among the shortest worldwide.
How much electricity would a 5 kW system produce in Ramadi?
Approximately 8,000 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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