Solar Irradiance Data for Yemeni Cities
Field-verified technical data based on 2000+ projects and 10 years of fieldwork across Yemeni governorates, cross-referenced with NASA POWER. This data is actively used by Al-Qatta engineering team in every solar system design.
| City | PSH | Tilt | H/L °C | Dust | Humidity | Annual Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sana'a | 6 | 15° S | 25° / 10° | Medium | Low | 1780 kWh/kWp |
| Aden | 6.5 | 13° S | 35° / 25° | Low | Very High | 1920 kWh/kWp |
| Taiz | 5.8 | 14° S | 28° / 15° | Low | Medium | 1710 kWh/kWp |
| Hudaydah | 6.2 | 14° S | 38° / 25° | Medium | Very High | 1830 kWh/kWp |
| Marib | 6.5 | 15° S | 38° / 20° | Very High | Low | 1920 kWh/kWp |
| Ibb | 5.2 | 14° S | 22° / 12° | Low | Medium | 1530 kWh/kWp |
| Dhamar | 5.8 | 15° S | 23° / 5° | Medium | Low | 1710 kWh/kWp |
Sana'a
High altitude (2300m) reduces heat and boosts panel efficiency. Main challenge: seasonal dust.
Aden
Excellent year-round irradiance. Challenge: humidity and salt fog require corrosion-resistant panels.
Taiz
Moderate climate good for battery longevity. Seasonal rain helps clean panels naturally.
Hudaydah
High heat and humidity. Use panels with low temperature coefficient and well-ventilated mounting.
Marib
Highest solar irradiance in Yemen with excellent dryness. Major challenge: dust needs weekly cleaning.
Ibb
Lower irradiance due to clouds/rain, but cool temperatures notably boost panel efficiency.
Dhamar
Cold winters (down to 5°C) require lithium batteries with internal heating like Pylontech.
FAQ: Solar Energy by Yemeni City
Which Yemeni city is best for solar energy?
Marib and Aden lead with 6.5 peak sun hours daily, followed by Hudaydah (6.2) then Sanaa (6.0). Each city has unique challenges that must be considered during system design.
Does solar system cost differ between Yemeni cities?
Yes. High-temperature cities (Aden, Hudaydah) need panels with better temperature coefficients, and dusty cities (Marib) may need extra panels to offset dust losses. Our team accounts for these factors.
How much do solar panels produce annually in Yemen?
Annual yield ranges from 1530 kWh/kWp in Ibb (lowest) to 1920 kWh/kWp in Aden and Marib (highest). A 580W panel in Aden produces about 1114 kWh annually.
Want a solar system designed for your city?
Our engineering team uses this field data to design precise systems that perform optimally in your city conditions.