Yes, your solar panels are designed to continue working effectively throughout the winter!

While some factors may temporarily affect production, here is what you can expect:

• Cloudy Days: Solar panels still generate power on cloudy days. They capture diffuse and indirect sunlight, though production will be lower than on a bright, sunny day.

• Snow Coverage: Snow may temporarily reduce or stop energy production. However, most panels are installed at an angle, and the dark surface of the panel absorbs heat, often allowing the snow to slide off or melt away relatively quickly once the sun hits it. For your safety, do not attempt to clear snow from your panels yourself by climbing onto the roof. This can be dangerous and risks damaging your panels. Wait for the snow to melt naturally.

• Cold Temperatures: Importantly, solar panels actually perform more efficiently in colder temperatures than in extreme summer heat. The physical process of converting sunlight to electricity is optimized when the cells are cooler.