Solar energy in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Average irradiation 3.73 kWh/m²/day · ~1089 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Sarajevo (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.52 | -1.7 | 37 |
| Feb | 2.19 | -0.7 | 53 |
| Mar | 3.35 | 3.0 | 81 |
| Apr | 4.30 | 7.9 | 104 |
| May | 5.26 | 12.4 | 128 |
| Jun | 6.16 | 16.5 | 150 |
| Jul | 6.42 | 19.1 | 156 |
| Aug | 5.71 | 19.5 | 139 |
| Sep | 4.03 | 14.1 | 98 |
| Oct | 2.84 | 9.6 | 69 |
| Nov | 1.73 | 4.8 | 42 |
| Dec | 1.28 | -0.3 | 31 |
Solar potential of Sarajevo explained
Sarajevo receives an average of 3.73 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 1089 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 Sarajevo?
With 3.73 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Sarajevo produces roughly 1089 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 Sarajevo?
Approximately 5,000 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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