Correct answer: (B) Day of year; (D) Sky clearness
Explanation
Day of year changes solar geometry and available daylight;sky clearness changes atmospheric transmission. Thus **B, D** affect incident radiation. Surface and water temperatures affect heat losses and useful collection, but do not determine incoming solar irradiance.
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