How much energy do solar panels produce in Kamen?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Kamen, Germany produces approximately 5,219 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Kamen?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €776 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 Kamen?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Kamen is 39 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Kamen

Germany · 51.59°N, 7.66°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,044 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,219kWh

Net Annual Savings

€776

Payback Period

8.4 yrs

25-Year Net

€18,105

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,219 kWh)1,200 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€460

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,018 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€316

Net Annual Savings€776

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

177 kWh

272 kWh

459 kWh

586 kWh

635 kWh

630 kWh

619 kWh

583 kWh

502 kWh

372 kWh

227 kWh

156 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	177	41
February	272	64
March	459	111
April	586	145
May	635	160
June	630	162
July	619	161
August	583	150
September	502	126
October	372	91
November	227	54
December	156	37
Total	5,219	1,301

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,216 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

55 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.59231°N, 7.6638°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
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

€1,982

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