How Well Do Solar Panels Work During the Winter?

A lot of people are discouraged from investing in solar panels for their homes and businesses thinking that they only work well during the summer. What they don’t know is that a good solar array can still provide a steady amount of power and then some even when the days get shorter and the temperature drops. In fact, the conversion of sunlight to usable energy actually works better at colder temperatures.

How Solar Panels Perform During Winter

While most homes or businesses that are powered by solar panels will likely see a reduced level in total power generation due to fewer daylight hours, the good news is that the extra efficiency during wintertime more than makes up for it.

Any good solar panel company will tell you that solar panels are highly efficient and cost-effective even if you live in a cold or even rainy climate. As long as there is sunlight present, your solar panels will continue to generate electricity – regardless of how cold or warm the weather is.

One thing that is worth mentioning is that in order for solar panels to work properly, they will need to be free from any snow build-up that could block the sunlight. However, this is something that you shouldn’t worry too much about. A good contractor will install the solar panels at an angle so that it sheds snow easily and it will take a heavy storm to completely cover them in snow. Normally, the accumulated snow will just easily slide off the panels during the winter, allowing them to function as normal.

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