How much energy do solar panels produce in Le Havre?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Le Havre, France produces approximately 5,696 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Le Havre?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €920 per year (accounting for 25% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.1 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Le Havre?

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

Solar Panels in Le Havre

France · 49.49°N, 0.11°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,139 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,696kWh

Net Annual Savings

€920

Payback Period

8.1 yrs

25-Year Net

€20,612

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (25% of 5,696 kWh)1,424 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€365

Injected to grid (75% of production)4,272 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€556

Net Annual Savings€920

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

220 kWh

317 kWh

494 kWh

651 kWh

655 kWh

656 kWh

681 kWh

624 kWh

533 kWh

393 kWh

258 kWh

215 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	220	51
February	317	75
March	494	119
April	651	161
May	655	164
June	656	167
July	681	176
August	624	160
September	533	134
October	393	96
November	258	61
December	215	50
Total	5,696	1,413

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,327 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

60 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 49.49346°N, 0.10785°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: 5°
Yearly Irradiation: 1413 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.256 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.130 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,500 EUR/kWp

€1,460

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