Solar energy in Sahāranpur, India
Average irradiation 4.86 kWh/m²/day · ~1419 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Sahāranpur (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2.97 | 13.3 | 72 |
| Feb | 4.21 | 16.7 | 102 |
| Mar | 5.55 | 22.4 | 135 |
| Apr | 6.52 | 29.0 | 159 |
| May | 6.75 | 33.7 | 164 |
| Jun | 6.09 | 34.3 | 148 |
| Jul | 5.00 | 30.6 | 122 |
| Aug | 4.87 | 28.6 | 118 |
| Sep | 5.00 | 26.7 | 122 |
| Oct | 4.65 | 23.6 | 113 |
| Nov | 3.65 | 18.9 | 89 |
| Dec | 3.02 | 14.6 | 73 |
Solar potential of Sahāranpur explained
Sahāranpur receives an average of 4.86 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 1419 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Sahāranpur among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Sahāranpur?
With 4.86 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Sahāranpur produces roughly 1419 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 Sahāranpur?
Approximately 7,000 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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