Peak sun hours in Nevada (2026)
Nevada averages 6.4 peak sun hours per day — 36% above the US average of 4.7. In practical terms, every 1 kW of solar there produces about 1,869 kWh of electricity a year.
Peak sun hours/day
6.4
Annual kWh per kW
1,869
vs US average
+36%
What this means for your system
To produce a given amount of electricity, you need fewer panels where there are more peak sun hours. At 6.4 hours, a typical home in Nevada needs a system sized to its usage and local sun — see exact numbers on the Nevada solar cost page or work it out with our sizing guide.
Peak sun hours by city in Nevada
Sunlight varies within Nevada. Here are city-level figures from multi-year irradiance data.
| City | Peak sun hours/day | Annual kWh per kW |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 5.52 | 1,612 |
| Henderson | 5.53 | 1,615 |
| Reno | 5.4 | 1,577 |
| North Las Vegas | 5.52 | 1,612 |
| Paradise | 5.53 | 1,615 |
| Sunrise Manor | 5.58 | 1,629 |
| Spring Valley | 5.59 | 1,632 |
Peak sun hours in Nevada: FAQ
How many peak sun hours does Nevada get?
Nevada averages about 6.4 peak sun hours per day — 36% above the US average. That works out to roughly 1,869 kWh of electricity per year for every 1 kW of solar installed.
Is Nevada good for solar based on sunlight?
Sunlight is only part of the picture. Nevada's 6.4 peak sun hours help production, but your electricity rate and incentives matter just as much. See the full economics on our Nevada solar cost page.