Solar energy in Sétif, Algeria
Average irradiation 4.73 kWh/m²/day · ~1381 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Sétif (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2.40 | 4.7 | 58 |
| Feb | 3.19 | 5.4 | 77 |
| Mar | 4.34 | 8.8 | 106 |
| Apr | 5.42 | 12.6 | 132 |
| May | 6.43 | 16.7 | 156 |
| Jun | 7.45 | 21.7 | 181 |
| Jul | 7.43 | 25.4 | 181 |
| Aug | 6.55 | 25.0 | 159 |
| Sep | 5.00 | 20.1 | 122 |
| Oct | 3.85 | 15.7 | 94 |
| Nov | 2.60 | 9.3 | 63 |
| Dec | 2.14 | 5.7 | 52 |
Solar potential of Sétif explained
Sétif receives an average of 4.73 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 1381 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Sétif among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Sétif?
With 4.73 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Sétif produces roughly 1381 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 Sétif?
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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