Solar energy in Tol’yatti, Russia
Average irradiation 3.24 kWh/m²/day · ~946 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Tol’yatti (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.77 | -13.4 | 19 |
| Feb | 1.75 | -12.1 | 43 |
| Mar | 3.21 | -4.7 | 78 |
| Apr | 4.28 | 5.6 | 104 |
| May | 5.68 | 14.7 | 138 |
| Jun | 6.18 | 18.8 | 150 |
| Jul | 6.08 | 22.2 | 148 |
| Aug | 4.84 | 20.6 | 118 |
| Sep | 3.20 | 14.0 | 78 |
| Oct | 1.64 | 5.2 | 40 |
| Nov | 0.73 | -3.0 | 18 |
| Dec | 0.50 | -10.9 | 12 |
Solar potential of Tol’yatti explained
Tol’yatti receives an average of 3.24 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 946 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. While winters are dark, modern panel prices mean solar can still be economical — self-consumption value matters more than raw sunshine here.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Tol’yatti?
With 3.24 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Tol’yatti produces roughly 946 kWh per year. That is a moderate solar resource; economics depend more on local electricity prices and incentives, which our AI planner can research for you.
How much electricity would a 5 kW system produce in Tol’yatti?
Approximately 5,000 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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