How much energy do solar panels produce in Schwelm?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Schwelm, Germany produces approximately 4,949 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Schwelm?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €751 per year (accounting for 24% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Schwelm?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Schwelm is 38 degrees facing -1 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Schwelm

Germany · 51.29°N, 7.29°E

Solar Potential

Low

990 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

4,949kWh

Net Annual Savings

€751

Payback Period

8.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,373

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 4,949 kWh)1,188 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€456

Injected to grid (76% of production)3,762 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€296

Net Annual Savings€751

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

151 kWh

251 kWh

437 kWh

566 kWh

611 kWh

603 kWh

562 kWh

480 kWh

347 kWh

200 kWh

129 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	151	35
February	251	59
March	437	105
April	566	140
May	611	153
June	611	156
July	603	156
August	562	144
September	480	120
October	347	84
November	200	48
December	129	31
Total	4,949	1,232

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,153 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

52 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

38° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.28635°N, 7.29388°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 38°
Optimal Azimuth: -1°
Yearly Irradiation: 1232 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,904

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