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Solar Power in Montana
Solar Energy Levels in Montana
The average monthly solar radiation level in Montana's capital city, Helena, of 4.85 kilowatt hours per square meter per day (kWh/m2/day) is approximately 23% greater than the average level of 3.93 kWh/m2/day in an area with historically low levels (WA) and is approximately 27% less than the average level of 6.61 kWh/m2/day in an area with historically high levels (NV). [1]
→ Values listed as 0 (zero) are not available (N/A).
→ Montana values listed here are based on the capital, Helena.
Solar Radiation in Montana
Below is a month-by-month comparison of how average Montana solar radiation levels compare to average levels in an area with historcially high levels (NV) and one 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).
→ Montana values listed here are based on the capital, Helena.
Cost of Utilities in Montana
Montana Electricity Costs
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Montana Natural Gas Costs
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More about Montana
About Montana
Montana ranks 43rd among all states in the U.S. with a population of approximately 989,415. [4]
Solar Energy in MT
To learn more about solar energy and solar power in Montana, or for additional solar-related resources in MT, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
Did you know?
The solar energy that strikes the Earth in one hour could provide all of the Earth's energy needs for a complete year.