How much energy do solar panels produce in Riesa?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Riesa, Germany produces approximately 5,501 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Riesa?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €818 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 7.9 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Riesa?

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

Solar Panels in Riesa

Germany · 51.31°N, 13.29°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,100 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

5,501kWh

Net Annual Savings

€818

Payback Period

7.9 yrs

25-Year Net

€19,438

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,501 kWh)1,265 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€485

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,236 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€333

Net Annual Savings€818

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

173 kWh

291 kWh

471 kWh

619 kWh

672 kWh

651 kWh

655 kWh

610 kWh

531 kWh

403 kWh

241 kWh

184 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	173	41
February	291	67
March	471	113
April	619	154
May	672	170
June	651	169
July	655	172
August	610	159
September	531	134
October	403	98
November	241	57
December	184	43
Total	5,501	1,378

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,282 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

58 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.30777°N, 13.29168°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1378 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€2,083

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