How much energy do solar panels produce in Rheinhausen?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Rheinhausen, Germany produces approximately 5,059 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Rheinhausen?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €752 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 Rheinhausen?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Rheinhausen is 39 degrees facing -4 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Rheinhausen

Germany · 51.40°N, 6.71°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,012 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,059kWh

Net Annual Savings

€752

Payback Period

8.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,350

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,059 kWh)1,163 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€446

Injected to grid (77% of production)3,895 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€306

Net Annual Savings€752

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

178 kWh

265 kWh

447 kWh

576 kWh

621 kWh

608 kWh

607 kWh

559 kWh

480 kWh

356 kWh

215 kWh

148 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	178	41
February	265	62
March	447	108
April	576	143
May	621	157
June	608	157
July	607	158
August	559	144
September	480	121
October	356	87
November	215	51
December	148	35
Total	5,059	1,265

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,179 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

54 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.40055°N, 6.71187°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -4°
Yearly Irradiation: 1265 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,940

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