How much energy do solar panels produce in Elmshorn?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Elmshorn, Germany produces approximately 4,939 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Elmshorn?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €750 per year (accounting for 24% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Elmshorn?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Elmshorn is 40 degrees facing south.

Solar Panels in Elmshorn

Germany · 53.75°N, 9.66°E

Solar Potential

Low

988 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

4,939kWh

Net Annual Savings

€750

Payback Period

8.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,321

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 4,939 kWh)1,185 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€455

Injected to grid (76% of production)3,753 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€295

Net Annual Savings€750

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

140 kWh

229 kWh

420 kWh

602 kWh

639 kWh

632 kWh

614 kWh

562 kWh

477 kWh

337 kWh

175 kWh

114 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	140	33
February	229	54
March	420	100
April	602	148
May	639	161
June	632	162
July	614	159
August	562	144
September	477	119
October	337	82
November	175	42
December	114	27
Total	4,939	1,231

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,151 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

52 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 53.74912°N, 9.66176°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: 0°
Yearly Irradiation: 1231 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,883

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