Do solar panels work in winter and on cloudy days?
Do solar panels work in winter and on cloudy days?
It's natural to question whether solar panels are right for your home. Many homeowners contemplating upgrading to solar energy wonder whether solar panels will even work in winter or on cloudy days. The good news is that they absolutely do.
Solar panels draw energy from the sun, but that doesn't mean solar panels only work on sunny afternoons or long summer days. They can benefit from the sun's natural energy in every month of the year — even on cloudy mornings and short winter days.
How do solar panels make energy?
Do solar panels work in cloudy weather?
Do solar panels work in winter?
How much power can a solar PV system produce?
Why should I get a solar battery?
Most homes use more energy at times of the year when there are fewer hours of daylight so solar panels generate less electricity. An easy way to get around this problem is to add a solar battery system to your solar panels. You can get a new battery even if you have existing solar panels.
This lets you store unused electricity for later, allowing you to power your home after dark, or charge an electric vehicle overnight for your commute in the morning.