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Table 12 Climate and weather conditions impacting solar cell temperature

From: Examining the influence of thermal effects on solar cells: a comprehensive review

Factors

Considerations

Temperature Extremes

Solar cells in extreme conditions (hot deserts or cold climates) may experience efficiency variations (Osma-Pinto & Ordóñez-Plata, 2019)

Seasonal Variations

Winter cold can reduce efficiency in cold climates, while summer heat can lead to thermal losses (Salamah et al., 2022 )

Cloud Cover

Reduced sunlight during cloudy conditions affects both cell temperature and electricity generation efficiency (Weaver et al., 2022)