How much energy do solar panels produce in Köthen?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Köthen, Germany produces approximately 5,420 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Köthen?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €806 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.1 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Köthen?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Köthen is 40 degrees facing -3 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Köthen

Germany · 51.75°N, 11.97°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,084 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,420kWh

Net Annual Savings

€806

Payback Period

8.1 yrs

25-Year Net

€19,056

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,420 kWh)1,247 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€478

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,174 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€328

Net Annual Savings€806

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

173 kWh

278 kWh

472 kWh

618 kWh

669 kWh

660 kWh

642 kWh

606 kWh

532 kWh

383 kWh

222 kWh

166 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	173	40
February	278	65
March	472	112
April	618	153
May	669	169
June	660	172
July	642	169
August	606	157
September	532	134
October	383	93
November	222	53
December	166	39
Total	5,420	1,357

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,263 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

57 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.75185°N, 11.97093°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1357 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€2,036

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