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Solar Productivity During Winter
Solar Panel Productivity During Winter
Will solar panels work effectively in cold climates or during the snow-heavy winter season?
A lot of would-be solar panel homeowners often ask this question. A commonly held belief is that solar panels do not work during the snowy winter season. But that’s actually a myth! In fact, your solar panels work year-round even during winter as long as they’re not covered in heavy snow for an extended period of time.
Sunlight penetration on solar panels is affected by heavy snowfall, but electricity production is sustained throughout winter. Why? Most solar panels are manufactured with anti-reflective glass to absorb maximum sunlight. This produces more heat thus melts snow easily than a regular roof. This allows solar panels to continue producing power.
It’s also worth noting that solar panels are designed for maximum durability, allowing to withhold 20-40 lbs. of weight per square foot. And snow isn’t usually that heavy to be posing a risk on your panels’ durability.
You can even opt for high-pressure ratings if your place sees a lot of snowfall.
Winter Maintenance
Now let’s talk about solar panels maintenance during winter. Surprisingly, once your solar panels have been installed, there isn’t much heavy maintenance needed for an entire year – even during winter. However, if you experience an extreme snow event, like a polar vortex level of a snowstorm, it’s ideal to hire a professional to clear it off.
So are they effective during winter?
Solar Energy 101: It’s all about sunlight, not whether it’s cold or warm. Believe it or not, cold sunny weather is the ideal climate to produce energy because solar panels work efficiently in cooler temperatures. Even in frigid winter temperatures, as long as there is sunlight, solar panels produce sufficient electricity for your home.
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