Solar energy in Yangquan, China
Average irradiation 3.96 kWh/m²/day · ~1156 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Yangquan (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2.50 | -4.7 | 61 |
| Feb | 3.14 | -1.3 | 76 |
| Mar | 4.41 | 5.1 | 107 |
| Apr | 5.22 | 12.3 | 127 |
| May | 5.80 | 19.0 | 141 |
| Jun | 5.19 | 23.3 | 126 |
| Jul | 4.71 | 24.6 | 115 |
| Aug | 4.46 | 22.5 | 109 |
| Sep | 3.87 | 17.5 | 94 |
| Oct | 3.27 | 11.1 | 80 |
| Nov | 2.62 | 3.0 | 64 |
| Dec | 2.35 | -3.5 | 57 |
Solar potential of Yangquan explained
Yangquan receives an average of 3.96 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 1156 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 Yangquan?
With 3.96 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Yangquan produces roughly 1156 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 Yangquan?
Approximately 6,000 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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