How much energy do solar panels produce in Sonthofen?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Sonthofen, Germany produces approximately 5,733 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Sonthofen?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €835 per year (accounting for 22% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 7.8 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Sonthofen?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Sonthofen is 40 degrees facing -7 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Sonthofen

Germany · 47.52°N, 10.28°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,147 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,733kWh

Net Annual Savings

€835

Payback Period

7.8 yrs

25-Year Net

€19,909

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (22% of 5,733 kWh)1,261 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€484

Injected to grid (78% of production)4,472 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€351

Net Annual Savings€835

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

318 kWh

431 kWh

548 kWh

574 kWh

552 kWh

585 kWh

597 kWh

573 kWh

522 kWh

464 kWh

295 kWh

273 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	318	73
February	431	101
March	548	132
April	574	142
May	552	139
June	585	151
July	597	156
August	573	149
September	522	132
October	464	114
November	295	70
December	273	63
Total	5,733	1,420

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,336 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

61 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 47.51821°N, 10.28262°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -7°
Yearly Irradiation: 1420 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€2,244

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