Solar energy in San Miguel de Tucumán, Argentina
Average irradiation 5.26 kWh/m²/day · ~1536 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in San Miguel de Tucumán (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6.33 | 27.2 | 154 |
| Feb | 5.81 | 26.1 | 141 |
| Mar | 5.17 | 24.2 | 126 |
| Apr | 4.43 | 21.3 | 108 |
| May | 3.76 | 17.2 | 92 |
| Jun | 3.55 | 14.5 | 86 |
| Jul | 3.95 | 14.1 | 96 |
| Aug | 4.91 | 17.1 | 119 |
| Sep | 5.83 | 20.9 | 142 |
| Oct | 6.31 | 25.0 | 153 |
| Nov | 6.59 | 26.6 | 160 |
| Dec | 6.43 | 27.1 | 156 |
Solar potential of San Miguel de Tucumán explained
San Miguel de Tucumán receives an average of 5.26 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 1536 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places San Miguel de Tucumán among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in San Miguel de Tucumán?
With 5.26 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in San Miguel de Tucumán produces roughly 1536 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 San Miguel de Tucumán?
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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