Solar PV Analysis of Zenica, Bosnia And Herzegovina
Located in the Northern Temperate Zone, Zenica, Federation of B&H, Bosnia and Herzegovina is strategically positioned for efficient solar power generation. The city's geographic coordinates (44.2052 latitude, 17.9089 longitude) contribute to a balanced distribution of solar radiation throughout the year, making it a suitable location for harnessing solar energy.
In terms of seasonal productivity per installed kilowatt (kW), the average kilowatt-hour (kWh) output varies across seasons due to changes in sunlight intensity and duration. During summer, each kW of installed solar panels can generate approximately 6.88 kWh per day on average. As daylight hours decrease in autumn and winter, so does the energy yield - falling to an average daily output of 3.00 kWh and 1.75 kWh respectively per kW installed capacity during these seasons. However, as spring arrives with increasing daylight hours and sun intensity, the daily energy yield recovers to an average of 4.79 kWh per kW.
For fixed panel installations at this location, tilting panels at an angle of 37 degrees facing south is recommended for optimal performance throughout the year by capturing maximum sunlight exposure.
While Zenica's environmental conditions are generally conducive for solar power production with its mild winters characterized by minimal snowfall and moderate rainfall all year round; these weather patterns could potentially impede photovoltaic performance occasionally but not significantly enough to pose a major concern.
However, it would be prudent during installation to ensure that panels are clear from any potential obstructions such as buildings or trees that could cast shadows on them thereby reducing their efficiency; as well as ensuring easy access for regular cleaning and maintenance which can help maintain optimal energy production over time despite any minor environmental challenges.
Note: The Northern Temperate Zone extends from 35° latitude North up to 66.5° latitude.
So far, we have conducted calculations to evaluate the solar photovoltaic (PV) potential in 39 locations across Bosnia And Herzegovina. This analysis provides insights into each city/location's potential for harnessing solar energy through PV installations.
Link: Solar PV potential in Bosnia And Herzegovina by location
Solar output per kW of installed solar PV by season in Zenica
Seasonal solar PV output for Latitude: 44.2052, Longitude: 17.9089 (Zenica, Bosnia And Herzegovina), based on our analysis of 8760 hourly intervals of solar and meteorological data (one whole year) retrieved for that set of coordinates/location from NASA POWER (The Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources) API:
Ideally tilt fixed solar panels 37° South in Zenica, Bosnia And Herzegovina
To maximize your solar PV system's energy output in Zenica, Bosnia And Herzegovina (Lat/Long 44.2052, 17.9089) throughout the year, you should tilt your panels at an angle of 37° South for fixed panel installations.
As the Earth revolves around the Sun each year, the maximum angle of elevation of the Sun varies by +/- 23.45 degrees from its equinox elevation angle for a particular latitude. Finding the exact optimal angle to maximise solar PV production throughout the year can be challenging, but with careful consideration of historical solar energy and meteorological data for a certain location, it can be done precisely.
We use our own calculation, which incorporates NASA solar and meteorological data for the exact Lat/Long coordinates, to determine the ideal tilt angle of a solar panel that will yield maximum annual solar output. We calculate the optimal angle for each day of the year, taking into account its contribution to the yearly total PV potential at that specific location.
Seasonally adjusted solar panel tilt angles for Zenica, Bosnia And Herzegovina
If you can adjust the tilt angle of your solar PV panels, please refer to the seasonal tilt angles below for optimal solar energy production in Zenica, Bosnia And Herzegovina. As mentioned earlier, for fixed-panel solar PV installations, it is optimal to maintain a 37° South tilt angle throughout the year.
| Overall Best Summer Angle | Overall Best Autumn Angle | Overall Best Winter Angle | Overall Best Spring Angle |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28° South in Summer | 47° South in Autumn | 58° South in Winter | 36° South in Spring |
Our recommendations take into account more than just latitude and Earth's position in its elliptical orbit around the Sun. We also incorporate historical solar and meteorological data from NASA's Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources (POWER) API to assign a weight to each ideal angle for each day based on its historical contribution to overall solar PV potential during a specific season.
This approach allows us to provide much more accurate recommendations than relying solely on latitude, as it considers unique weather conditions in different locations sharing the same latitude worldwide.
Calculate solar panel row spacing in Zenica, Bosnia And Herzegovina
We've added a feature to calculate minimum solar panel row spacing by location. Enter your panel size and orientation below to get the minimum spacing in Zenica, Bosnia And Herzegovina.
Our calculation method
- Solar Position:
We determine the Sun's position on the Winter solstice using the location's latitude and solar declination. - Shadow Projection:
We calculate the shadow length cast by panels using trigonometry, considering panel tilt and the Sun's elevation angle. - Minimum Spacing:
We add the shadow length to the horizontal space occupied by tilted panels.
This approach ensures maximum space efficiency while avoiding shading during critical times, as the Winter solstice represents the worst-case scenario for shadow length.
Topography for solar PV around Zenica, Bosnia And Herzegovina
The topography around Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina is dominated by the Dinaric Alps. The terrain is mostly mountainous with some flat areas in the valleys between mountain ranges. The highest peak near Zenica is Vlašić at 1,933 m (6,343 ft). Areas to the west of Zenica are generally more suitable for large-scale solar PV due to their lower elevations and increased sunlight exposure.
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Author: Aaron Robinson
Publisher: profileSOLAR.com
First Published: Friday 15th of December 2023
Last Updated: Monday 21st of July 2025
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