How much energy do solar panels produce in Tours?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Tours, France produces approximately 5,990 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Tours?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €968 per year (accounting for 25% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 7.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Tours?

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

Solar Panels in Tours

France · 47.39°N, 0.70°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,198 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

5,990kWh

Net Annual Savings

€968

Payback Period

7.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€22,061

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (25% of 5,990 kWh)1,497 kWh × 0.256 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€383

Injected to grid (75% of production)4,492 kWh × 0.130 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€584

Net Annual Savings€968

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

246 kWh

350 kWh

536 kWh

637 kWh

659 kWh

650 kWh

691 kWh

651 kWh

591 kWh

439 kWh

290 kWh

250 kWh

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	246	58
February	350	83
March	536	130
April	637	159
May	659	167
June	650	169
July	691	182
August	651	170
September	591	151
October	439	108
November	290	69
December	250	59
Total	5,990	1,502

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,396 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

63 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

38° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 47.39484°N, 0.70398°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 38°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1502 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.256 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.130 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,500 EUR/kWp

€1,534

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