Solar Radiation - Daily Surface Energy
Daily surface energy from solar radiation accumulated on south-faced horizontal to vertical tilted surfaces at different northern hemisphere latitudes (0°N, 30°N, and 60°N).
Solar Radiation - Daily Surface Energy
Daily surface energy from solar radiation.
Solar energy accumulated on south-faced horizontal to vertical tilted surfaces on the northern hemisphere at latitudes:
- 0°N (Equator): Year-round applications possible due to sufficient winter radiation
- 30°N: Mixed seasonal applications
- 60°N: Primarily summer-time applications
Unit Conversions
- 1 MJ = 0.278 kWh = 239 kcal = 948 Btu
- 1 m² = 1550 in² = 10.764 ft²
Seasonal Considerations
At the equator there is enough radiation in winter time to consider year-round applications. In the northern hemisphere, applications typically require energy mainly during summer time.