How much energy do solar panels produce in Cholet?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Cholet, France produces approximately 6,156 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Cholet?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €987 per year (accounting for 24% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 7.6 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Cholet?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Cholet is 38 degrees facing -3 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Cholet

France · 47.06°N, 0.88°W

Solar Potential

Good

1,231 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

6,156kWh

Net Annual Savings

€987

Payback Period

7.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€22,569

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 6,156 kWh)1,477 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€378

Injected to grid (76% of production)4,678 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€609

Net Annual Savings€987

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

267 kWh

377 kWh

539 kWh

643 kWh

663 kWh

656 kWh

682 kWh

655 kWh

603 kWh

453 kWh

337 kWh

280 kWh

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	267	63
February	377	89
March	539	130
April	643	160
May	663	167
June	656	169
July	682	178
August	655	170
September	603	153
October	453	111
November	337	80
December	280	65
Total	6,156	1,534

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,434 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

65 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

38° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 47.05893°N, 0.87974°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 38°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1534 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.256 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.130 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,500 EUR/kWp

€1,551

Want to compare Cholet with another city?

Use our interactive calculator to compare any European location.

Open Calculator