Insolation

The incoming solar radiation that reaches the earth and the atmosphere.

amount of solar radiation received on a given body or in a given area.

Insolation 1) Exposure of an object to the Sun. 2) Intensity of incoming solar radiation incident on a unit horizontal surface at a specific level.

The solar power density incident on a surface of stated area and orientation, usually expressed as Watts per square meter or Btu per square foot per hour.

The solar power density incident on a surface of stated area and orientation, usually expressed as watts per square meter or btu per square foot per hour.

Incoming solar radiation. Solar heating; sunshine.