How many peak sun hours does New York, NY get?

New York, NY averages approximately 4.11 peak sun hours per day based on Open-Meteo historical satellite data.

What is the average electricity rate in New York, NY?

The average residential electricity rate in New York, NY is approximately $0.218 per kWh (EIA data).

Is solar worth it in New York, NY?

Based on 4.11 peak sun hours and $0.218/kWh rates, a typical 6kW system in New York, NY has an estimated payback of 5.2 years and a 25-year NPV of approximately $23,250.

4.11 Peak Sun Hrs $0.218/kWh New York

Solar Calculator — New York, NY

Adjust system size and cost. Location data: 4.11 peak sun hours/day, $0.218/kWh average rate.

Data last updated: July 25, 2026

Solar ROI Calculator

Assumes 4.11 peak sun hours, $0.218/kWh, 80% derating, 0.5% annual degradation, 2.5% utility escalation, 4% discount rate. Federal ITC 30% + 25% state applied.

Key Assumptions

Peak Sun Hours (daily avg)	4.11 hrs
Avg. Electricity Rate	$0.218/kWh
Federal Tax Credit	30%
State Tax Credit	25% (New York)
System Derating	80% (temp, inverter, soiling)
Annual Degradation	0.5%
Utility Escalation	2.5%/year
Discount Rate	4%

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