Peak sun hours in North Dakota (2026)
North Dakota averages 4.5 peak sun hours per day — 5% below the US average of 4.7. In practical terms, every 1 kW of solar there produces about 1,314 kWh of electricity a year.
Peak sun hours/day
4.5
Annual kWh per kW
1,314
vs US average
-5%
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 4.5 hours, a typical home in North Dakota needs a system sized to its usage and local sun — see exact numbers on the North Dakota solar cost page or work it out with our sizing guide.
Peak sun hours in North Dakota: FAQ
How many peak sun hours does North Dakota get?
North Dakota averages about 4.5 peak sun hours per day — 5% below the US average. That works out to roughly 1,314 kWh of electricity per year for every 1 kW of solar installed.
Is North Dakota good for solar based on sunlight?
Sunlight is only part of the picture. North Dakota's 4.5 peak sun hours are below average, so panels produce a little less, but your electricity rate and incentives matter just as much. See the full economics on our North Dakota solar cost page.