How much energy do solar panels produce in Herborn?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Herborn, Germany produces approximately 5,204 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Herborn?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €774 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.4 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Herborn?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Herborn is 37 degrees facing -3 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Herborn

Germany · 50.68°N, 8.30°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,041 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

5,204kWh

Net Annual Savings

€774

Payback Period

8.4 yrs

25-Year Net

€18,036

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,204 kWh)1,197 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€459

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,007 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€315

Net Annual Savings€774

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

171 kWh

277 kWh

472 kWh

597 kWh

627 kWh

644 kWh

648 kWh

595 kWh

509 kWh

345 kWh

183 kWh

137 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	171	40
February	277	64
March	472	113
April	597	148
May	627	158
June	644	166
July	648	169
August	595	154
September	509	128
October	345	84
November	183	44
December	137	33
Total	5,204	1,301

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,213 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

55 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

37° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 50.68135°N, 8.30369°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 37°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1301 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€2,032

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