How much energy do solar panels produce in Ratekau?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Ratekau, Germany produces approximately 5,008 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Ratekau?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €760 per year (accounting for 24% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.6 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Ratekau?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Ratekau is 40 degrees facing -1 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Ratekau

Germany · 53.95°N, 10.73°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,002 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,008kWh

Net Annual Savings

€760

Payback Period

8.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,657

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 5,008 kWh)1,202 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€461

Injected to grid (76% of production)3,806 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€299

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

143 kWh

232 kWh

426 kWh

613 kWh

652 kWh

645 kWh

624 kWh

565 kWh

484 kWh

342 kWh

169 kWh

113 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	143	33
February	232	54
March	426	101
April	613	150
May	652	163
June	645	165
July	624	162
August	565	145
September	484	120
October	342	83
November	169	40
December	113	27
Total	5,008	1,242

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,167 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

53 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 53.94646°N, 10.7312°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -1°
Yearly Irradiation: 1242 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,956

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