Solar PV Analysis of Ej Jimmaize, Lebanon
The location at Ej Jimmaize, Beyrouth, Lebanon, which is in the Northern Sub Tropics, is generally suitable for generating energy through solar photovoltaic (PV) systems throughout the year. However, its effectiveness varies with the seasons.
During summer and spring, this location is particularly ideal for solar energy production. In summer, you can expect to generate about 8.62 kilowatt-hours (kWh) per day for each kilowatt (kW) of installed solar capacity. In spring, this figure drops slightly to around 7 kWh/day per kW of installed solar.
In autumn and winter though, the amount of energy that can be produced decreases due to fewer hours of sunlight and changes in weather conditions. Specifically, you can expect about 5.23 kWh/day per kW of installed solar in autumn and only around 3.31 kWh/day per kW during winter.
Therefore if you're planning on installing a fixed-panel PV system at this location it would be most effective during summer and spring months when there are longer daylight hours and better sun exposure.
To maximize total annual production from your PV system in Ej Jimmaize it's recommended that panels are tilted at an angle of approximately 29 degrees facing Southwards - this will help capture more sunlight throughout different times in a day across all seasons.
As far as environmental or local factors that could potentially impede solar production at this site are concerned; these could include things like dust storms which may cover panels reducing their efficiency or heavy rainfall which might damage them if not properly protected against such events.
Preventative measures would involve regular cleaning of panels to remove any dust accumulation - especially after storms - ensuring they're always able to absorb as much sunlight as possible; additionally protective coatings or covers could be used on panels to safeguard against potential weather-related damages resulting from heavy rains or hailstorms etcetera while maintaining their ability to absorb sunlight effectively.
Note: The Northern Sub Tropics extend from 23.5° latitude North up to 35° latitude.
So far, we have conducted calculations to evaluate the solar photovoltaic (PV) potential in 22 locations across Lebanon. This analysis provides insights into each city/location's potential for harnessing solar energy through PV installations.
Link: Solar PV potential in Lebanon by location
Solar output per kW of installed solar PV by season in Ej Jimmaize
Seasonal solar PV output for Latitude: 33.8916, Longitude: 35.5024 (Ej Jimmaize, Lebanon), 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 29° South in Ej Jimmaize, Lebanon
To maximize your solar PV system's energy output in Ej Jimmaize, Lebanon (Lat/Long 33.8916, 35.5024) throughout the year, you should tilt your panels at an angle of 29° 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 Ej Jimmaize, Lebanon
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 Ej Jimmaize, Lebanon. As mentioned earlier, for fixed-panel solar PV installations, it is optimal to maintain a 29° South tilt angle throughout the year.
| Overall Best Summer Angle | Overall Best Autumn Angle | Overall Best Winter Angle | Overall Best Spring Angle |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18° South in Summer | 38° South in Autumn | 48° South in Winter | 26° 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 Ej Jimmaize, Lebanon
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 Ej Jimmaize, Lebanon.
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 Ej Jimmaize, Lebanon
Ej Jimmaize, Lebanon is located in the western part of the country, near the coast. The region is characterized by a mix of flatlands and hilly terrain. It's relatively close to the Mediterranean Sea which impacts its climate.
Regarding solar PV installations, flat areas are typically most suitable as they require less site preparation and allow for easier installation and maintenance. However, hilly or sloping sites can also be used if appropriately designed mounting systems are employed.
In terms of specific nearby areas that would be suited to large-scale solar PV installations, it would depend on a variety of factors including land availability and use, proximity to transmission lines or other infrastructure, local regulations and policies related to renewable energy development etc.
Given Ej Jimmaize's coastal location though, one potential concern could be higher levels of humidity or salt in the air which might affect solar panel efficiency or lifespan. Therefore any potential sites should ideally conduct thorough feasibility studies that take into account these local environmental conditions.
Additionally since Lebanon has a high population density particularly along its coast where Ej Jimmaize is located; land availability might prove challenging for large scale projects unless they're integrated with existing structures (e.g., rooftop solar) or located further inland where there might be more available space.
It should also be noted that while topography is an important factor in determining suitability for solar PV installations; other factors such as sun exposure (solar irradiance), temperature ranges etc. are equally if not more critical when assessing potential sites for their viability.
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Author: Aaron Robinson
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First Published: Sunday 31st of December 2023
Last Updated: Monday 21st of July 2025
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