Solar energy in Sulţānah, Saudi Arabia
Average irradiation 6.22 kWh/m²/day · ~1816 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Sulţānah (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4.49 | 15.9 | 109 |
| Feb | 5.36 | 18.3 | 130 |
| Mar | 6.46 | 22.1 | 157 |
| Apr | 7.10 | 26.3 | 173 |
| May | 7.46 | 30.8 | 182 |
| Jun | 7.93 | 33.6 | 193 |
| Jul | 7.69 | 34.0 | 187 |
| Aug | 7.07 | 34.8 | 172 |
| Sep | 6.49 | 33.2 | 158 |
| Oct | 5.67 | 28.6 | 138 |
| Nov | 4.71 | 22.4 | 114 |
| Dec | 4.19 | 17.9 | 102 |
Solar potential of Sulţānah explained
Sulţānah receives an average of 6.22 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 1816 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Sulţānah among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Sulţānah?
With 6.22 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Sulţānah produces roughly 1816 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 Sulţānah?
Approximately 9,000 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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