How much energy do solar panels produce in Gießen?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Gießen, Germany produces approximately 5,299 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Gießen?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €788 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.2 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Gießen?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Gießen is 38 degrees facing -1 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Gießen

Germany · 50.59°N, 8.68°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,060 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,299kWh

Net Annual Savings

€788

Payback Period

8.2 yrs

25-Year Net

€18,483

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,299 kWh)1,219 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€467

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,080 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€321

Net Annual Savings€788

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

185 kWh

287 kWh

483 kWh

609 kWh

634 kWh

650 kWh

644 kWh

602 kWh

518 kWh

356 kWh

189 kWh

142 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	185	43
February	287	67
March	483	116
April	609	151
May	634	160
June	650	169
July	644	169
August	602	156
September	518	131
October	356	87
November	189	46
December	142	34
Total	5,299	1,328

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,235 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

56 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

38° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 50.58727°N, 8.67554°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 38°
Optimal Azimuth: -1°
Yearly Irradiation: 1328 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,996

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