Solar energy in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
Average irradiation 5.25 kWh/m²/day · ~1533 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Santiago de los Caballeros (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4.15 | 23.0 | 101 |
| Feb | 4.88 | 23.3 | 119 |
| Mar | 5.48 | 23.9 | 133 |
| Apr | 5.86 | 25.0 | 142 |
| May | 5.74 | 25.9 | 140 |
| Jun | 6.07 | 26.9 | 148 |
| Jul | 6.11 | 26.9 | 149 |
| Aug | 6.01 | 27.1 | 146 |
| Sep | 5.65 | 27.1 | 137 |
| Oct | 4.95 | 26.4 | 120 |
| Nov | 4.13 | 24.8 | 100 |
| Dec | 3.93 | 23.6 | 95 |
Solar potential of Santiago de los Caballeros explained
Santiago de los Caballeros receives an average of 5.25 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 1533 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Santiago de los Caballeros among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Santiago de los Caballeros?
With 5.25 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Santiago de los Caballeros produces roughly 1533 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 Santiago de los Caballeros?
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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