Solar energy in Volgograd, Russia
Average irradiation 3.68 kWh/m²/day · ~1075 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Volgograd (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.02 | -7.7 | 25 |
| Feb | 1.93 | -6.5 | 47 |
| Mar | 3.16 | 0.9 | 77 |
| Apr | 4.66 | 9.3 | 113 |
| May | 6.03 | 17.5 | 147 |
| Jun | 6.75 | 22.6 | 164 |
| Jul | 6.47 | 25.6 | 157 |
| Aug | 5.70 | 24.6 | 139 |
| Sep | 4.13 | 17.2 | 101 |
| Oct | 2.41 | 8.6 | 59 |
| Nov | 1.18 | 1.0 | 29 |
| Dec | 0.75 | -4.8 | 18 |
Solar potential of Volgograd explained
Volgograd receives an average of 3.68 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 1075 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 Volgograd?
With 3.68 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Volgograd produces roughly 1075 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 Volgograd?
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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