How much energy do solar panels produce in Rheinberg?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Rheinberg, Germany produces approximately 5,254 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Rheinberg?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €781 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.3 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Rheinberg?

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

Solar Panels in Rheinberg

Germany · 51.55°N, 6.60°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,051 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

5,254kWh

Net Annual Savings

€781

Payback Period

8.3 yrs

25-Year Net

€18,270

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,254 kWh)1,208 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€463

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,045 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€318

Net Annual Savings€781

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

188 kWh

276 kWh

465 kWh

597 kWh

640 kWh

629 kWh

626 kWh

579 kWh

501 kWh

372 kWh

225 kWh

157 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	188	44
February	276	65
March	465	112
April	597	148
May	640	162
June	629	162
July	626	163
August	579	149
September	501	126
October	372	91
November	225	53
December	157	37
Total	5,254	1,311

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,224 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

56 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.54649°N, 6.59525°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1311 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€2,024

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