How much energy do solar panels produce in Kiel?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Kiel, Germany produces approximately 4,950 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Kiel?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €751 per year (accounting for 24% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Kiel?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Kiel is 40 degrees facing south.

Solar Panels in Kiel

Germany · 54.32°N, 10.13°E

Solar Potential

Low

990 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

4,950kWh

Net Annual Savings

€751

Payback Period

8.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,374

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 4,950 kWh)1,188 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€456

Injected to grid (76% of production)3,762 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€296

Net Annual Savings€751

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

132 kWh

216 kWh

422 kWh

613 kWh

661 kWh

647 kWh

620 kWh

568 kWh

473 kWh

329 kWh

163 kWh

106 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	132	31
February	216	50
March	422	100
April	613	149
May	661	165
June	647	165
July	620	160
August	568	145
September	473	117
October	329	79
November	163	39
December	106	25
Total	4,950	1,225

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,153 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

52 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 54.32133°N, 10.13489°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: 0°
Yearly Irradiation: 1225 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,878

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