How much energy do solar panels produce in Engelskirchen?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Engelskirchen, Germany produces approximately 5,025 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Engelskirchen?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €763 per year (accounting for 24% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.5 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Engelskirchen?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Engelskirchen is 38 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Engelskirchen

Germany · 50.99°N, 7.41°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,005 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,025kWh

Net Annual Savings

€763

Payback Period

8.5 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,738

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 5,025 kWh)1,206 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€463

Injected to grid (76% of production)3,819 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€300

Net Annual Savings€763

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

155 kWh

260 kWh

450 kWh

576 kWh

615 kWh

618 kWh

613 kWh

573 kWh

492 kWh

342 kWh

192 kWh

138 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	155	36
February	260	61
March	450	108
April	576	143
May	615	155
June	618	159
July	613	160
August	573	148
September	492	124
October	342	83
November	192	46
December	138	33
Total	5,025	1,255

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,171 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

53 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

38° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 50.98854°N, 7.41391°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 38°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1255 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,899

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