How much energy do solar panels produce in Chatou?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Chatou, France produces approximately 5,773 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Chatou?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €933 per year (accounting for 25% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.0 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Chatou?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Chatou is 39 degrees facing -5 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Chatou

France · 48.89°N, 2.16°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,155 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

Configure system size and battery to see realistic savings

Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,773kWh

Net Annual Savings

€933

Payback Period

8.0 yrs

25-Year Net

€20,992

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (25% of 5,773 kWh)1,443 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€369

Injected to grid (75% of production)4,330 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€563

Net Annual Savings€933

Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,500 €/kWp)€7,500

France Solar Policy

Obligation d'Achat: surplus buyback at €0.13/kWh for ≤9kWp. Full sale option at €0.23/kWh. 5.5% VAT for ≤9kWp systems.

Source: CRE tariff schedule Q1 2026, Eurostat H1 2025

The savings estimates shown are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Actual savings depend on your specific installation, roof condition, shading, consumption patterns, and future electricity price changes. Feed-in tariffs and regulations change frequently. Always obtain quotes from certified installers and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Monthly Energy Production

225 kWh

327 kWh

505 kWh

637 kWh

645 kWh

651 kWh

674 kWh

627 kWh

562 kWh

417 kWh

275 kWh

227 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	225	52
February	327	77
March	505	122
April	637	158
May	645	162
June	651	168
July	674	176
August	627	162
September	562	142
October	417	102
November	275	65
December	227	53
Total	5,773	1,441

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,345 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

61 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 48.8898°N, 2.15863°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -5°
Yearly Irradiation: 1441 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.256 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.130 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,500 EUR/kWp

€1,452

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