Solar energy in Zaporizhia, Ukraine
Average irradiation 3.67 kWh/m²/day · ~1072 kWh per kWp per year
Monthly solar irradiation & temperature in Zaporizhia (NASA POWER)
| Month | Irradiation (kWh/m²/day) | Avg temp (°C) | Est. production per kWp (kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.03 | -4.7 | 25 |
| Feb | 1.85 | -3.1 | 45 |
| Mar | 3.07 | 2.8 | 75 |
| Apr | 4.77 | 9.8 | 116 |
| May | 6.03 | 16.9 | 147 |
| Jun | 6.51 | 21.3 | 158 |
| Jul | 6.47 | 24.2 | 157 |
| Aug | 5.76 | 23.7 | 140 |
| Sep | 4.10 | 17.4 | 100 |
| Oct | 2.45 | 9.7 | 60 |
| Nov | 1.20 | 3.0 | 29 |
| Dec | 0.80 | -2.0 | 19 |
Solar potential of Zaporizhia explained
Zaporizhia receives an average of 3.67 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 1072 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 Zaporizhia?
With 3.67 kWh/m²/day of average irradiation, a 1 kWp system in Zaporizhia produces roughly 1072 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 Zaporizhia?
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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