Solar energy in Tiruppur, India
Average irradiation 5.49 kWh/m²/day · ~1603 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Tiruppur (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5.39 | 24.3 | 131 |
| Feb | 6.19 | 26.6 | 150 |
| Mar | 6.51 | 29.7 | 158 |
| Apr | 6.44 | 31.3 | 157 |
| May | 6.09 | 29.6 | 148 |
| Jun | 5.40 | 27.8 | 131 |
| Jul | 4.99 | 27.2 | 121 |
| Aug | 5.13 | 27.2 | 125 |
| Sep | 5.50 | 27.1 | 134 |
| Oct | 5.05 | 26.4 | 123 |
| Nov | 4.56 | 24.6 | 111 |
| Dec | 4.62 | 23.7 | 112 |
Solar potential of Tiruppur explained
Tiruppur receives an average of 5.49 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 1603 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Tiruppur among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Tiruppur?
With 5.49 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Tiruppur produces roughly 1603 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 Tiruppur?
Approximately 8,000 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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