☀️ Peak sun hours in Morocco
Morocco gets excellent sun — roughly 5 to 6.5 peak sun hours. The south and the pre-Sahara are highest; the Atlantic coast a little lower.
| Region | Approx. peak sun hours (annual avg) |
|---|---|
| Ouarzazate & the pre-Sahara | ~6.0 – 6.5 |
| Marrakesh & the interior | ~5.5 – 6.0 |
| Fes, Meknes & central plains | ~5.2 – 5.7 |
| Casablanca & Atlantic coast | ~5.0 – 5.5 |
| Rif & northern mountains | ~4.8 – 5.3 |
Use your local figure in the solar panel calculator and the energy production calculator. Background: peak sun hours by location.
⚡ Electricity prices in Morocco
Residential electricity (ONEE and local distributors) is billed on rising slabs, roughly MAD 0.90 to MAD 1.50+ per kWh as consumption rises. Higher-use households sit in the upper slabs, where solar self-generation saves the most.
💸 Incentives & net metering
Morocco has a strong national renewable-energy programme, but low-voltage residential net metering has been more limited than the medium/high-voltage schemes used by industry. Rules have been evolving, so many homes size for self-consumption. Confirm the current low-voltage connection and net-metering rules with ONEE or your local distributor.
💰 System cost & payback in Morocco
Local installation is relatively affordable; as a rough planning guide:
| System size | Approx. cost | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| 3 kW | ~MAD 25,000 – 40,000 | Small home |
| 5 kW | ~MAD 40,000 – 65,000 | Typical family home |
| 10 kW | ~MAD 75,000 – 120,000 | Large home / small business |
Work out your own numbers with the ROI calculator and the bill savings calculator, or design the whole system with the system report builder.
💡 Local insight: Morocco
Morocco has world-class sun and national momentum behind renewables, so the resource is not the issue — the main thing to check locally is the residential net-metering and grid-connection rules, which have lagged the big utility-scale projects. Where full export isn't allowed yet, sizing for daytime self-consumption still gives a solid return given the strong sun.
🧰 Solar tools
Plan your system with these:
- Solar panel calculator — how many panels for your usage and sun hours.
- Solar bill savings calculator — how much you'll save.
- ROI calculator — payback period.
- Battery calculator — if you want backup.
- Full system report — design the whole system in one page.
Related reading: solar panels in hot climates, how many panels to run a house, and peak sun hours by location.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How many peak sun hours does Morocco get?
About 5 to 6.5. The south and pre-Sahara (Ouarzazate) are highest at ~6–6.5, while the Atlantic coast is around 5–5.5.
Is solar worth it in Morocco?
Yes for the sun resource, especially for higher-consumption homes. Payback is commonly around 6–9 years; check local net-metering rules to maximise the return.
Does Morocco have net metering?
National renewables policy is strong, but low-voltage residential net metering has historically been more limited than industrial schemes. Confirm current rules with ONEE or your distributor.
How much does solar cost in Morocco?
Roughly MAD 40,000–65,000 for a typical 5 kW home system. Get local quotes.
Note: Moroccan electricity tariffs, net-metering rules and prices change over time. These figures are approximate, for planning only — verify with ONEE / your distributor and a local installer.