☀️ Peak sun hours in Pakistan
Pakistan is very sunny — roughly 5 to 6 peak sun hours. The south and Balochistan are highest; the north a little lower.
| Region | Approx. peak sun hours (annual avg) |
|---|---|
| Balochistan & the south-west | ~5.7 – 6.2 |
| Sindh (Karachi, interior) | ~5.4 – 5.9 |
| Punjab (Lahore, Multan) | ~5.0 – 5.6 |
| Islamabad & the north | ~4.8 – 5.3 |
| Gilgit & mountains | ~4.5 – 5.0 |
Use your local figure in the solar panel calculator and the energy production calculator. Background: peak sun hours by location.
⚡ Electricity prices in Pakistan
Grid electricity tariffs have risen sharply and are now high for many households — commonly Rs 30–60+ per unit (kWh) in the upper slabs, plus taxes and surcharges. That, combined with load-shedding, is why solar has boomed: every self-generated unit avoids an expensive and unreliable grid unit.
💸 Incentives & net metering
Most areas offer net metering (through DISCOs and NEPRA rules) that credits exported energy, and there is no GST on many solar components. Terms — especially the net-metering buy-back rate — have been under review and vary, so confirm the current policy with your DISCO before sizing an export system.
💰 System cost & payback in Pakistan
Local prices are relatively low; batteries are common because of load-shedding:
| System size | Approx. cost | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| 3–5 kW (grid-tied) | ~PKR 500,000 – 900,000 | Home, daytime + net metering |
| 5 kW + battery | ~PKR 900,000 – 1,500,000 | Backup through load-shedding |
| 10 kW | ~PKR 1,400,000 – 2,200,000 | 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: Pakistan
Pakistan's mix of high tariffs, load-shedding and strong sun gives some of the fastest paybacks in the region — often around 3–5 years for a grid-tied system with net metering. Because outages are common, many buyers add a battery or hybrid inverter for backup; if pure savings are the goal, size for daytime self-consumption and net metering first.
🧰 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: how long do solar batteries last, solar panels in hot climates, and grid-tied vs off-grid vs hybrid.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How many peak sun hours does Pakistan get?
About 5 to 6. The south and Balochistan are highest (~5.7–6.2), Punjab around 5–5.6, and the north a little lower.
Is solar worth it in Pakistan?
Very much so — high tariffs, load-shedding and strong sun give fast paybacks, commonly 3–5 years with net metering.
Does Pakistan have net metering?
Yes, through the DISCOs under NEPRA rules, crediting exported energy. Buy-back terms have changed over time, so confirm the current policy locally.
How much does solar cost in Pakistan?
A grid-tied 3–5 kW system is roughly PKR 500,000–900,000; adding a battery for load-shedding raises it. Get local quotes.
Note: Pakistan electricity tariffs, net-metering buy-back rates and prices change frequently. These figures are approximate, for planning only — verify with your DISCO and a local installer.