How much energy do solar panels produce in Rostock?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Rostock, Germany produces approximately 5,166 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Rostock?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €768 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.5 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Rostock?

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

Solar Panels in Rostock

Germany · 54.09°N, 12.14°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,033 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

5,166kWh

Net Annual Savings

€768

Payback Period

8.5 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,857

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,166 kWh)1,188 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€456

Injected to grid (77% of production)3,978 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€313

Net Annual Savings€768

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

146 kWh

247 kWh

447 kWh

635 kWh

680 kWh

667 kWh

633 kWh

585 kWh

494 kWh

347 kWh

173 kWh

113 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	146	34
February	247	56
March	447	105
April	635	155
May	680	170
June	667	171
July	633	164
August	585	150
September	494	123
October	347	84
November	173	41
December	113	27
Total	5,166	1,280

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,204 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

55 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 54.0887°N, 12.14049°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: 1°
Yearly Irradiation: 1280 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,977

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