How much energy do solar panels produce in Rahden?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Rahden, Germany produces approximately 5,111 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Rahden?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €760 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.6 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Rahden?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Rahden is 40 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Rahden

Germany · 52.43°N, 8.61°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,022 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,111kWh

Net Annual Savings

€760

Payback Period

8.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,596

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,111 kWh)1,175 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€451

Injected to grid (77% of production)3,935 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€309

Net Annual Savings€760

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

161 kWh

260 kWh

443 kWh

599 kWh

633 kWh

626 kWh

617 kWh

584 kWh

491 kWh

353 kWh

199 kWh

145 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	161	37
February	260	61
March	443	107
April	599	148
May	633	160
June	626	162
July	617	161
August	584	150
September	491	123
October	353	86
November	199	48
December	145	34
Total	5,111	1,277

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,191 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

54 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 52.43367°N, 8.61263°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1277 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,952

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