How much energy do solar panels produce in Forchheim?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Forchheim, Germany produces approximately 5,373 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Forchheim?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €799 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.1 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Forchheim?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Forchheim is 37 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Forchheim

Germany · 49.72°N, 11.06°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,075 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

5,373kWh

Net Annual Savings

€799

Payback Period

8.1 yrs

25-Year Net

€18,831

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,373 kWh)1,236 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€474

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,137 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€325

Net Annual Savings€799

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

183 kWh

286 kWh

471 kWh

606 kWh

639 kWh

644 kWh

659 kWh

607 kWh

528 kWh

382 kWh

208 kWh

159 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	183	43
February	286	67
March	471	114
April	606	151
May	639	162
June	644	168
July	659	174
August	607	158
September	528	134
October	382	94
November	208	50
December	159	38
Total	5,373	1,352

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,252 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

57 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

37° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 49.71754°N, 11.05877°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 37°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1352 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€2,025

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