How much energy do solar panels produce in Rheine?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Rheine, Germany produces approximately 5,077 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Rheine?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €755 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 Rheine?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Rheine is 39 degrees facing -3 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Rheine

Germany · 52.29°N, 7.44°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,015 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,077kWh

Net Annual Savings

€755

Payback Period

8.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,439

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,077 kWh)1,168 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€448

Injected to grid (77% of production)3,910 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€307

Net Annual Savings€755

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

159 kWh

262 kWh

451 kWh

592 kWh

627 kWh

619 kWh

616 kWh

576 kWh

485 kWh

351 kWh

202 kWh

137 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	159	37
February	262	61
March	451	109
April	592	147
May	627	158
June	619	160
July	616	160
August	576	148
September	485	122
October	351	86
November	202	48
December	137	32
Total	5,077	1,269

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,183 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

54 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 52.28509°N, 7.44055°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1269 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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