How much energy do solar panels produce in Dortmund?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Dortmund, Germany produces approximately 5,118 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Dortmund?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €761 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.5 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Dortmund?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Dortmund is 39 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Dortmund

Germany · 51.51°N, 7.47°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,024 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,118kWh

Net Annual Savings

€761

Payback Period

8.5 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,628

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,118 kWh)1,177 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€451

Injected to grid (77% of production)3,941 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€310

Net Annual Savings€761

Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,300 €/kWp)€6,500

Germany Solar Policy

Feed-in tariff guaranteed 20 years. 0% VAT on solar since 2023. FiT degresses 1% every 6 months.

Source: BNetzA, 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

178 kWh

273 kWh

453 kWh

572 kWh

620 kWh

616 kWh

605 kWh

571 kWh

489 kWh

362 kWh

225 kWh

154 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	178	41
February	273	64
March	453	109
April	572	142
May	620	156
June	616	158
July	605	157
August	571	147
September	489	123
October	362	88
November	225	53
December	154	36
Total	5,118	1,275

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,192 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

54 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.51494°N, 7.466°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1275 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,971

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