Clearness Index

This function computes the global horizontal clearness index with respect to the extraterrestrial irradiance on the
horizontal surface.

Inputs

Clearness Index Inputs

Outputs

Algorithm

Clearness Index Algo1

Reference

Bird, R., Hulstrom, R., A Simplified Clear Sky Model for Direct and Diffuse Insolation on Horizontal Surfaces, 1981
NREL SERI/TP-642-761