Solar panel angles in Saudi Arabia
Optimal fixed-panel tilt and orientation for 9 cities in Saudi Arabia, computed from solar geometry.
| City | Latitude | Optimal tilt | Facing | Flat roof keeps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeddah | 21.49°N | 19° | south | 96% |
| Riyadh | 24.69°N | 22° | south | 94% |
| Makkah | 21.43°N | 19° | south | 95% |
| Madinah | 24.47°N | 22° | south | 94% |
| Dammam | 26.43°N | 23° | south | 93% |
| Sulţānah | 24.49°N | 22° | south | 94% |
| Buraydah | 26.33°N | 24° | south | 93% |
| Ta’if | 21.27°N | 20° | south | 95% |
| Tabuk | 28.40°N | 26° | south | 92% |
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