Solar energy in Skopje, North Macedonia
Average irradiation 4.12 kWh/m²/day · ~1203 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Skopje (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.72 | -1.3 | 42 |
| Feb | 2.60 | 0.5 | 63 |
| Mar | 3.63 | 4.7 | 88 |
| Apr | 4.80 | 9.5 | 117 |
| May | 5.76 | 14.6 | 140 |
| Jun | 6.66 | 19.2 | 162 |
| Jul | 6.91 | 22.7 | 168 |
| Aug | 6.14 | 23.1 | 149 |
| Sep | 4.50 | 17.5 | 109 |
| Oct | 3.17 | 11.8 | 77 |
| Nov | 2.01 | 6.0 | 49 |
| Dec | 1.46 | 0.2 | 36 |
Solar potential of Skopje explained
Skopje receives an average of 4.12 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 1203 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 Skopje?
With 4.12 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Skopje produces roughly 1203 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 Skopje?
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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