Solar Energy LocalSolar Energy Local
Solar Energy & Solar Power Resources

Solar Energy in Cochrane, WI

Solar Energy in Cochrane

The month of July has the highest historical solar radition values in Cochrane with an average of 6.26 kWh/m2/day. [More]

Solar Panels in Cochrane

Solar panels in Cochrane that are tilted towards the equator at an angle equal to the latitude will produce the maximum solar energy output. [More]

Sunrise & Sunset in Cochrane

The total length of the day in Cochrane, WI today (April 29, 2024) will be 14 hours and 12 minutes. [More]

Compare Solar Quotes
Compare Solar Quotes
Cochrane, WI Solar Energy

Solar Power in Cochrane, WI

Solar Energy Data in Cochrane, WI

See the chart below to see how different types of solar panel installations compare in Cochrane.

* Amounts listed in kWh/m2/day (kilowatt hours per square meter per day).
* See glossary & definitions below.


Solar Energy Analysis for Cochrane, WI

Solar Radiation Data in Cochrane

Based on historical Cochrane, WI data, solar panels that are tilted towards the equator at an angle equal to the latitude will produce the maximum solar energy output in Cochrane. [1]

Cochrane has an average monthly Global Horizontal Irradiance (GHI) of 3.74 kilowatt hours per square meter per day (kWh/m2/day), which is approximately 3% less than the average monthly Direct Normal Irradiance (DNI) of 3.86 kWh/m2/day. [1]

Solar installations in Cochrane that are always titled at the latitude of Cochrane (Average Tilt at Latitude or ATaL) average 4.39 kWh/m2/day, or about 17% greater than the average monthly GHI of 3.74 kWh/m2/day and approximately 14% greater than the average monthly DNI of 3.86 kWh/m2/day. [1]

Solar Energy Glossary

Global Horizontal Irradiance (GHI)

Global Horizontal Irradiance: The total amount of solar radiation that is received per unit area by a surface that is always positioned in a horizontal manner.

Direct Normal Irradiance (DNI)

Direct Normal Irradiance: The total amount of solar radiation received per unit area by a surface that is always perpendicular to the sun rays that come in a straight line from the direction of the sun at its current position in the sky.

Average Tilt at Latitude (ATaL)

Average Tilt at Latitude: The total amount of solar radiation received per unit area by a surface that is tilted toward the equator at an angle equal to the current latitude. ATaL will often produce the optimum energy output.

Solar Radiation Levels in Cochrane

Solar Radiation Data in Cochrane, WI

See the chart below for monthly solar radiation levels in Cochrane.

* Amounts listed in kWh/m2/day (kilowatt hours per square meter per day)

Solar Radiation Analysis for Cochrane, WI

Solar Radiation Data in Cochrane

Cochrane, WI has a average annual solar radiation value of 4.77 kilowatt hours per square meter per day (kWh/m2/day). [1]

The month with the highest historical solar radition values in Cochrane is July with an average of 6.26 kWh/m2/day, followed by June at 5.95 kWh/m2/day and August at 5.71 kWh/m2/day. [1]

The three months that historically average the lowest average solar radiation levels in Cochrane (Wisconsin) are December with an average of 2.87 kWh/m2/day, followed by January with an average of 3.09 kWh/m2/day and November at 3.16 kWh/m2/day. [1]

Compare Solar Quotes
Compare Solar Quotes

Solar Power Comparison: Cochrane vs. the U.S.

Solar Power Levels in Cochrane

The average monthly solar radiation level in Cochrane, WI, of 4.77 kilowatt hours per square meter per day (kWh/m2/day) is approximately 21% greater than the average level of 3.93 kWh/m2/day in a city with historically low levels (WA) and is approximately 28% less than the average level of 6.61 kWh/m2/day in a city with historically high levels (NV). [1]


→ Values listed as 0 (zero) are not available (N/A).

Solar Power: Cochrane vs. the U.S.

Below is a month-by-month comparison of how average Cochrane solar radiation levels compare to average levels in a city with historcially high levels (NV) and a city with historically low levels (WA). [1]

→ k/m/d = kWh/m2/day = kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
→ Values listed as 0 (zero) are not available (N/A).

Solar Data & Statistics for Cochrane

Sunrise / Sunset in Cochrane

  • Sunrise/Sunset for April 29, 2024 [2]
    • Sunrise: 5:58 am
    • Sunset: 8:10 pm
    • Length of Day: 14:12
Solar Energy Statistics for Cochrane

Best Months for Solar in Cochrane

  • Top Solar Power Months Historically [1]
    • Solar Radiation July (6.26 kWh/m2/day)
    • ATaL: July (5.92 kWh/m2/day)
    • DNI: July (5.7 kWh/m2/day)
    • GHI: July (6.32 kWh/m2/day)

* See glossary & definitions above.

Solar Panel Installs in Cochrane

We do not currently have data on solar panel installations in the village of Cochrane, WI at this current time.

Solar Power Output in Cochrane

The Power of Solar in Cochrane, WI

Monthly AC solar system output averages for Cochrane (wi). Month-by-month solar power, as ranked by AC output, in Cochrane. [2]

* Amounts listed in kWhac (kilowatt hours (AC))

Solar Output Analysis for Cochrane, WI

Solar Radiation Data in Cochrane

Cochrane (WI) has a average annual solar AC output value of 5525.7 kilowatt hours (AC). [2]

The month with the highest historical solar power output in Cochrane is July with an average of 586.6 kWhac, followed by June at 545.05 kWhac and May at 539.83 kWhac. [2]

The three months that historically average the lowest average solar output levels in Cochrane (Wisconsin) are November with an average of 310.28 kWhac, followed by December with an average of 311.46 kWhac and January at 334.75 kWhac. [2]

Cost of Utilities in Cochrane

Cochrane Electricity Costs

Sorry, Cochrane residential electricity prices are currently unavailable.

Please check back later.

Solar Power Poll: Cochrane

Vote now: Given all of the data and analysis provided for Cochrane, is solar power a good choice for residents of this village?

Yes, solar power is a great option  
No, solar power isn't a good option

Cochrane Natural Gas Costs

Sorry, Wisconsin residential natural gas prices are currently unavailable.

Please check back later.

Weather Forecast for Cochrane, WI [5]

Mon Apr 29
54°F
Light Rain
Min: 43°F
Max: 54°F
Moderate breeze: 15 mps SW
Precip.: Chance of Rain
Humidity: 74%
Cloud cover: 98%
Tue Apr 30
63°F
Heavy Intensity Rain
Min: 38°F
Max: 69°F
Fresh Breeze: 21 mps WSW
Precip.: Chance of Rain
Humidity: 56%
Cloud cover: 4%
Wed May 1
65°F
Few Clouds
Min: 47°F
Max: 68°F
Gentle Breeze: 12 mps W
Precip.: n/a
Humidity: 45%
Cloud cover: 20%
Thu May 2
55°F
Moderate Rain
Min: 50°F
Max: 58°F
Fresh Breeze: 20 mps ESE
Precip.: Chance of Rain
Humidity: 95%
Cloud cover: 100%
Fri May 3
59°F
Sky Is Clear
Min: 44°F
Max: 62°F
Fresh Breeze: 19 mps W
Precip.: n/a
Humidity: 54%
Cloud cover: 9%
Sat May 4
55°F
Light Rain
Min: 43°F
Max: 55°F
Moderate breeze: 16 mps NW
Precip.: Chance of Rain
Humidity: 85%
Cloud cover: 100%

More about Cochrane

About Cochrane

The village of Cochrane, WI in Buffalo County has an approximate population of 450. [6]

Cochrane Solar Power

Cochrane, WI Solar Energy

To learn more about solar energy and solar power Cochrane, WI, or for more solar-related resources for Cochrane, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Did you know?

Some tax incentives and rebate programs are designed to spur the use of solar energy. These vary by location.

Other Cities in Wisconsin

ZIP Codes in WI


Go

References

[ X ]

Is solar right for your home?

Take the first step toward powering your home with solar energy.

Start now with an online solar savings estimate.