Solar energy in Yekaterinburg, Russia
Average irradiation 2.85 kWh/m²/day · ~832 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Yekaterinburg (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.67 | -16.8 | 16 |
| Feb | 1.58 | -14.9 | 38 |
| Mar | 2.92 | -6.9 | 71 |
| Apr | 4.02 | 1.8 | 98 |
| May | 5.13 | 10.5 | 125 |
| Jun | 5.47 | 15.2 | 133 |
| Jul | 5.32 | 18.0 | 129 |
| Aug | 4.06 | 15.9 | 99 |
| Sep | 2.68 | 9.6 | 65 |
| Oct | 1.35 | 1.4 | 33 |
| Nov | 0.63 | -7.4 | 15 |
| Dec | 0.41 | -14.6 | 10 |
Solar potential of Yekaterinburg explained
Yekaterinburg receives an average of 2.85 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 832 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 Yekaterinburg?
With 2.85 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Yekaterinburg produces roughly 832 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 Yekaterinburg?
Approximately 4,000 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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