Solar panel performance is directly affected by daily weather conditions, with clear skies yielding the highest energy output and cloudy or overcast conditions reducing it significantly

Solar panel performance is directly affected by daily weather conditions, with clear skies yielding the highest energy output and cloudy or overcast conditions reducing it significantly. While cloudy days reduce efficiency, solar panels can still generate electricity, particularly with diffuse sunlight. Wind generally doesn't impact performance unless extreme, and even then, modern mounting techniques help. 

Here's a breakdown:

Clear Skies:

Solar panels operate at maximum efficiency, converting sunlight directly into electricity. 

Partly Cloudy:

Energy production drops by 10-20%, as some sunlight is blocked by clouds, according to Solar N Plus. 

Overcast/Cloudy:

Production can fall by over 50% due to the reduced amount of sunlight reaching the panels. 

Rainy Days:

Solar panels still generate electricity, even with less direct sunlight. 

Windy Days:

Normal winds don't affect performance. Extreme winds can potentially cause damage, but advanced mounting techniques mitigate this. 

Snowy Days:

Snow can impact performance if it covers the panels, but melted snow can actually increase efficiency by reflecting more light onto the panels.