How much energy do solar panels produce in Jena?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Jena, Germany produces approximately 5,273 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Jena?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €784 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.3 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Jena?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Jena is 39 degrees facing -1 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Jena

Germany · 50.93°N, 11.59°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,055 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

5,273kWh

Net Annual Savings

€784

Payback Period

8.3 yrs

25-Year Net

€18,362

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,273 kWh)1,213 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€465

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,060 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€319

Net Annual Savings€784

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

196 kWh

291 kWh

467 kWh

585 kWh

631 kWh

622 kWh

625 kWh

576 kWh

502 kWh

370 kWh

229 kWh

178 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	196	45
February	291	68
March	467	112
April	585	145
May	631	159
June	622	161
July	625	164
August	576	149
September	502	127
October	370	90
November	229	54
December	178	41
Total	5,273	1,316

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,229 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

56 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 50.92878°N, 11.5899°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -1°
Yearly Irradiation: 1316 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€2,047

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