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Solar in Mangaluru: Local Conditions & What to Expect
Mangaluru, serviced by MESCOM (Mangalore Electricity Supply Company), receives approximately 4.8 peak sun hours — lower than inland Karnataka due to high monsoon cloud cover. The city receives over 3,500mm of annual rainfall, with a 4-month heavy monsoon season. Despite lower sun hours, Mangaluru's high electricity tariff under KERC still produces a financially viable payback of 30–36 months. Coastal installations require marine-grade panel frames and IP67 junction boxes due to salt-laden sea air. Professional cleaning is particularly important here due to salt deposits.
Solar Cost Breakdown for Mangaluru
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Provider | BESCOM |
| Avg. Sun Hours | 5.2 Hours/Day |
| Equipment | Panels, Inverter |
| Est. Material Cost | ~₹60,000 per kW |
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