Solar energy in Shihezi, China
Average irradiation 4.28 kWh/m²/day · ~1250 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Shihezi (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.58 | -9.6 | 38 |
| Feb | 2.47 | -5.3 | 60 |
| Mar | 3.90 | 4.5 | 95 |
| Apr | 5.55 | 13.7 | 135 |
| May | 6.69 | 20.4 | 163 |
| Jun | 6.88 | 26.4 | 167 |
| Jul | 6.72 | 28.4 | 164 |
| Aug | 6.01 | 26.8 | 146 |
| Sep | 4.92 | 20.1 | 120 |
| Oct | 3.37 | 11.0 | 82 |
| Nov | 1.92 | 1.4 | 47 |
| Dec | 1.33 | -7.0 | 32 |
Solar potential of Shihezi explained
Shihezi receives an average of 4.28 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 1250 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 Shihezi?
With 4.28 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Shihezi produces roughly 1250 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 Shihezi?
Approximately 6,000 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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