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Bug

The Raster Solar Radiation tool generates inconsistent output values, with noticeably higher values in the North compared to the South.

ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000178519
SubmittedAugust 6, 2025
Last ModifiedNovember 13, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found3.3
Operating SystemN/A
Operating System VersionN/A
Version Fixed3.6, 3.5.3, 3.3.7, 3.4.5
StatusFixed

Additional Information

This issue is addressed in ArcGIS Pro 3.6, 3.5.3, 3.3.7, and 3.4.5.

Workaround

Use the Area Solar Radiation tool as an alternative. Limit the analysis extent to individual eco-district areas or 1-degree areas with some overlap, then merge the results using a mosaic dataset or create new data with the Mosaic To New Raster tool.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000178519

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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