Solar potential in Wodonga
Wodonga is on the Murray, across the river from Albury. Local solar output for Wodonga, from satellite data, plus what Wodonga homes usually need on the electrical side.
Updated November 2026 · Litmec Electrical, REC-10383
A 6.6 kW north-facing solar system in Wodonga makes about 9,900 kWh a year, about 4% more than Melbourne: around 36 kWh a day in midsummer and 16 kWh a day in June. East or west-facing roofs make about 87% of that.
On a $450 quarterly bill, that could save roughly $600–800 a year. Wodonga ranks 105th of the 429 places across Victoria we've modelled for solar output.
Solar output in Wodonga
- Output per kW, north
- 1,495 kWh/yr
- Output per kW, east / west
- 1,305 / 1,264
- Compared with Melbourne
- +4%
- Best month, per kW
- 5.4 kWh/day (Dec)
- Worst month, per kW
- 2.4 kWh/day (Jun)
- Council
- City of Wodonga
- Postcode
- 3690
- Region
- North East Victoria
| System | North-facing, kWh/yr | East-facing, kWh/yr | West-facing, kWh/yr | June, kWh/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.6 kW | 9,868 | 8,612 | 8,345 | 15.5 |
| 8 kW | 11,961 | 10,438 | 10,115 | 18.8 |
| 10 kW | 14,951 | 13,048 | 12,644 | 23.5 |
| 13.2 kW | 19,735 | 17,223 | 16,690 | 31.0 |
These figures use satellite and weather data for Wodonga from 2005 to 2023 and already allow for heat, wiring and inverter losses. They don't know your roof: shade, pitch and the faces available decide the real number. Try the roof calculator for your own direction and pitch.
Solar in North East Victoria
The north-east combines hot Murray Valley summers around Wodonga and Wangaratta with cold, frosty alpine valleys around Bright and Mount Beauty. Output is strong across the region, many homes are on acreage, and storms and bushfires make power outages a real concern for some properties.
North East Victoria is on the AusNet Services network. Your distributor sets how much you can export and approves the connection; we apply for you before anything is ordered.
Hot summers, high output
Wodonga gets more sun than Melbourne, and summer air conditioning lines up with peak solar output, which is where the biggest savings come from. Panels lose a little efficiency on the hottest days, so we allow for heat in the design, leave airflow under the panels and keep inverters out of direct afternoon sun.
New estates
Newer homes in Wodonga usually have modern switchboards with room for solar. The design work is in the layout: estate roofs are often split into several smaller faces, and some estates have design guidelines for anything visible from the street.
What solar could save in Wodonga
For a home paying $450 a quarter with someone in some days, the calculator suggests a 6.6 kW system saving about $600–800 a year, or $1,000–1,400 with a 10 kWh battery. Your own bill gives a better answer: use the calculator below.
How it works with Litmec
Litmec Electrical is a registered electrical contractor based in Newport, Melbourne, and sells solar and batteries across Victoria. For homes in Wodonga we start with a free assessment: your bills, photos of your roof and switchboard, and satellite imagery. You get a written design and quote, we apply to your distributor to connect, and an accredited installer checks the site before anything is installed. Your contract and the 5-year whole-of-system warranty are with Litmec. Not sure what size you need? Try the system finder.
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Solar in Wodonga: questions
How much power do solar panels make in Wodonga?
Each kW of north-facing panels in Wodonga makes about 1,495 kWh a year, so a 6.6 kW system makes about 9,900 kWh a year, or 27 kWh a day on average. East or west-facing panels make about 87% of that. (PVGIS satellite data.)
Is solar better in Wodonga than in Melbourne?
In the model, panels in Wodonga make about 4% more than Melbourne. Wodonga ranks 105th of the 429 Victorian locations we've modelled. Roof direction and shade still matter more than location: east or west panels cost about 15%, and a shaded roof can cost more.
Is solar worth it in Wodonga?
For most owner-occupied homes with a typical bill, yes. On a $450 quarterly bill with someone home some days, a 6.6 kW system in Wodonga could save roughly $600 to $800 a year. Bigger bills, electric heating and daytime loads save more.
Does Litmec install solar in Wodonga?
Yes. We sell, design and warrant solar and battery systems across Victoria, including Wodonga. We start with a free assessment from your bills and roof photos, and an accredited installer checks the site before installation. Your contract and 5-year warranty are with Litmec Electrical.
Who is the electricity distributor in Wodonga?
North East Victoria is on the AusNet Services network. The distributor sets export limits and approves the connection; we apply on your behalf before the system is ordered.
See what your Wodonga roof can do
Free assessment from a registered electrical contractor: your bill, your roof and your switchboard, with a written design and quote.