How much energy do solar panels produce in Pforzheim?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Pforzheim, Germany produces approximately 5,399 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Pforzheim?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €803 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 Pforzheim?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Pforzheim is 37 degrees facing 7 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Pforzheim

Germany · 48.88°N, 8.70°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,080 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

5,399kWh

Net Annual Savings

€803

Payback Period

8.1 yrs

25-Year Net

€18,957

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,399 kWh)1,242 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€476

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,158 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€327

Net Annual Savings€803

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

198 kWh

299 kWh

496 kWh

588 kWh

607 kWh

633 kWh

650 kWh

604 kWh

526 kWh

382 kWh

231 kWh

185 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	198	47
February	299	70
March	496	119
April	588	146
May	607	153
June	633	164
July	650	170
August	604	156
September	526	133
October	382	94
November	231	55
December	185	44
Total	5,399	1,352

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,258 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

57 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

37° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 48.88436°N, 8.69892°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 37°
Optimal Azimuth: 7°
Yearly Irradiation: 1352 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€2,196

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