Using Solcast data in System Advisor Model (SAM)

Importing Solcast data into SAM is easy, taking just a few minutes
Historical and Tmy

TMY

Step 1

Download your Solcast data in the 'SAM' format. sam_1v2

Step 2

Start a new project. sam_2.PNG

Step 3

Select 'Photovoltaic (detailed), and choose your type of model. sam_3.PNG

Step 4

Your SAM files will automatically populate into your Solar Resource Library if you have saved them in the default 'SAM Downloaded Weather Files' folder. Alternatively, you can add new weather file folders to your library for SAM to scan. sam_4.PNG

Historic Data Products

Time Series
The complete suite of irradiance and weather data required for effective monitoring, operation, and forecasting at your large-scale solar farm.
Typical Meteorological Year (TMY)
The complete suite of irradiance and weather data required for effective monitoring, operation, and forecasting at your large-scale solar farm.