Solar energy in Yangon, Myanmar (Burma)
Average irradiation 4.89 kWh/m²/day · ~1428 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Yangon (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5.02 | 25.4 | 122 |
| Feb | 5.77 | 27.6 | 140 |
| Mar | 6.22 | 30.3 | 151 |
| Apr | 6.47 | 32.6 | 157 |
| May | 4.82 | 30.6 | 117 |
| Jun | 3.94 | 28.4 | 96 |
| Jul | 3.73 | 27.6 | 91 |
| Aug | 3.64 | 27.3 | 88 |
| Sep | 4.29 | 27.4 | 104 |
| Oct | 4.91 | 27.7 | 119 |
| Nov | 5.01 | 27.0 | 122 |
| Dec | 4.81 | 25.3 | 117 |
Solar potential of Yangon explained
Yangon receives an average of 4.89 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 1428 kWh of electricity per year here, assuming a well-oriented system with a typical 80% performance ratio. This places Yangon among the stronger solar locations globally — comparable to southern Spain or California.
Frequently asked questions
Is solar worth it in Yangon?
With 4.89 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Yangon produces roughly 1428 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 Yangon?
Approximately 7,000 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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