Solcast Solar Connector for AI agents.
11 live capabilities
Get accurate rooftop PV power forecasts and solar irradiance data.
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Why people use Solcast Solar
Solcast Solar for Accurate Solar Production Forecasting
Solcast Solar MCP puts all that data into one place. Your agent can pull high-resolution irradiance and PV forecasts in seconds, giving you a data-backed production estimate for any location on earth. You get a clear picture of what to expect without the manual research.
What Vinkius changes
You get accurate solar forecasting and data without the manual research.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
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- Real-world use case 01
Sizing a new residential install
An installer asks for a 10kW system estimate in Sydney with a 30-degree tilt to show a homeowner the expected 14-day yield using get_detailed_pv_forecast.
- Real-world use case 02
Validating a new solar model
A researcher pulls get_historical_radiation for a specific city to see if their new algorithm matches real-world data from last year.
- Real-world use case 03
Balancing the local grid
A grid operator asks for get_pv_power_forecasts across several regions to predict how much solar power will hit the lines by noon.
Complete set · 11capabilities
The complete Solcast Solar capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Solcast Solar.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 11 available through Solcast Solar.
- 01 Capability
Get detailed pv forecast
Get a precise power forecast using exact system specs like tilt, azimuth, and loss factor. This is useful for high-accuracy project planning.
- 02 Capability
Get historical radiation
Retrieve past solar irradiance data for a specific location. Use this to validate your solar models against real-world history.
- 03 Capability
Get pv power forecasts
Get a standard PV power forecast based on latitude, longitude, and system capacity. It's great for quick regional estimates.
- 04 Capability
Get radiation forecasts
Access GHI, DNI, and DHI forecasts for solar resource assessment. Use this to see how much sunlight a location will get.
05—08
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 11 available through Solcast Solar.
- 05 Capability
Get simple pv forecast
Get a fast solar output estimate using only location and capacity. This works best when you don't have specific system angles.
- 06 Capability
Get site estimated actuals
See what a specific registered site likely produced over a recent period. It helps you track performance without live telemetry.
- 07 Capability
Get site forecasts
Get a power forecast for a registered site using its saved configuration parameters. This makes querying known systems much faster.
- 08 Capability
Get solar summary
Get a complete overview of irradiance, weather, and PV data for a single location. It provides a full picture of solar resources.
09—11
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 11 available through Solcast Solar.
- 09 Capability
Get weather forecasts
Get air temperature, cloud opacity, and snow depth data for a specific area. This helps you understand weather impacts on production.
- 10 Capability
List rooftop sites
View all registered solar sites in your account. This helps you manage multiple installations from a single dashboard.
- 11 Capability
Get site measured actuals
Pull exact measured production data from sites with telemetry integrations. Use this to see the real numbers from your hardware.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Solcast Solar to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Solcast Solar from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_KeGXbsA8e2RVruw9CH3qiPWgxYpHwDunFkLd0yXa/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Solcast Solar, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Solcast Solar for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_KeGXbsA8e2RVruw9CH3qiPWgxYpHwDunFkLd0yXa/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Solcast Solar URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Solcast Solar in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"solcast-solar": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_KeGXbsA8e2RVruw9CH3qiPWgxYpHwDunFkLd0yXa/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Solcast Solar
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Solcast Solar, help me...". 11 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"solcast-solar": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_KeGXbsA8e2RVruw9CH3qiPWgxYpHwDunFkLd0yXa/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Solcast Solar
Ask Copilot: "Using Solcast Solar, help me...". 11 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"solcast-solar": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_KeGXbsA8e2RVruw9CH3qiPWgxYpHwDunFkLd0yXa/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Solcast Solar
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Solcast Solar, help me...". 11 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"solcast-solar": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_KeGXbsA8e2RVruw9CH3qiPWgxYpHwDunFkLd0yXa/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Solcast Solar
Ask Cline: "Using Solcast Solar, help me...". 11 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add solcast-solar --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_KeGXbsA8e2RVruw9CH3qiPWgxYpHwDunFkLd0yXa/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Solcast Solar
Ask Claude: "Using Solcast Solar, show me...". 11 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Solcast can move forward.
This is for the solar professionals and energy analysts who need to move past best guesses and into data-backed energy planning.
Solar Installer
Providing accurate production estimates for new residential and commercial clients on a Tuesday afternoon.
Grid Operator
Forecasting distributed solar generation to maintain grid balance across a region.
Energy Trader
Integrating solar production data into trading models and dispatch plans.
Solar Researcher
Accessing validated radiation data for academic studies and model testing.
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Before you connect
Questions about Solcast.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the Solcast Solar MCP predict my home solar output?
Yes, it provides detailed forecasts for rooftop systems. You can give your agent your system's capacity and tilt to get a realistic estimate of how many kilowatt-hours you'll produce over the next 14 days.
Does Solcast Solar MCP include weather data?
It does. The Connector pulls in air temperature, cloud opacity, and snow depth. This helps you understand exactly how weather conditions will impact your solar generation for the day.
Can Solcast Solar MCP help with commercial solar projects?
Definitely. It's used by solar installers to size commercial systems and by grid operators to forecast distributed solar generation across entire regions.
Is there a way to see my actual solar production with this Connector?
If you have a site with telemetry enabled, you can use the Connector to pull your exact measured production data. For sites without telemetry, it can provide estimated actuals based on your system's configuration.
Can Solcast Solar MCP help with EV charging?
Yes. You can use it to check for upcoming cloud cover and solar irradiance. This allows you to plan your EV charging for the times when your solar panels are producing the most power.
Does Solcast Solar MCP provide historical data?
Yes, it can retrieve historical solar irradiance for specific locations. This is perfect for researchers who need to validate their solar models against real-world past data.
What parameters do I need to get a rooftop PV forecast?
At minimum, you need: latitude, longitude, and system capacity (kW). For more accurate forecasts, also provide tilt (panel angle 0-90°), azimuth (panel direction 0°=north, 180°=south), and loss_factor (system efficiency 0-1, default ~0.9). If you don't know tilt/azimuth, Solcast will auto-estimate reasonable defaults based on your location.
How far ahead can Solcast forecast solar power?
Solcast provides forecasts from the present time up to 14 days ahead (336 hours). Short-term forecasts (next 24-48 hours) are the most accurate, with accuracy gradually decreasing for longer horizons. Forecast data is available in 5-minute, 10-minute, 15-minute, 30-minute, or 60-minute intervals depending on your plan tier.
How do I get a Solcast API key and what does the free tier include?
Visit https://solcast.com/ and sign up for a free Developer API account. The free tier includes rooftop PV power forecasts with limited daily API calls. For production use with higher call volumes, historical data access, and advanced features, upgrade to Pro or Enterprise plans. Register at https://solcast.com/ to get your API key instantly.
What is the difference between GHI, DNI, and DHI?
GHI (Global Horizontal Irradiance) is the total solar radiation received on a horizontal surface. DNI (Direct Normal Irradiance) is the direct beam radiation received on a surface perpendicular to the sun. DHI (Diffuse Horizontal Irradiance) is the scattered radiation from the sky (not direct sunlight). GHI = DNI × cos(zenith angle) + DHI. For flat panels, GHI is most relevant. For tracking systems, DNI matters more. Cloudy conditions increase DHI proportion.
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