How much energy do solar panels produce in Oerlinghausen?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Oerlinghausen, Germany produces approximately 4,912 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Oerlinghausen?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €745 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 Oerlinghausen?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Oerlinghausen is 38 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Oerlinghausen

Germany · 51.95°N, 8.66°E

Solar Potential

Low

982 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

4,912kWh

Net Annual Savings

€745

Payback Period

8.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,191

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 4,912 kWh)1,179 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€452

Injected to grid (76% of production)3,733 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€293

Net Annual Savings€745

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

146 kWh

246 kWh

440 kWh

574 kWh

613 kWh

608 kWh

599 kWh

563 kWh

476 kWh

337 kWh

185 kWh

125 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	146	34
February	246	58
March	440	106
April	574	142
May	613	154
June	608	157
July	599	156
August	563	145
September	476	119
October	337	82
November	185	44
December	125	30
Total	4,912	1,228

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,144 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

52 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

38° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.95453°N, 8.6622°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 38°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1228 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,920

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