How much energy do solar panels produce in Xanten?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Xanten, Germany produces approximately 5,269 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Xanten?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €784 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 8.3 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Xanten?

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

Solar Panels in Xanten

Germany · 51.66°N, 6.45°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,054 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

5,269kWh

Net Annual Savings

€784

Payback Period

8.3 yrs

25-Year Net

€18,344

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,269 kWh)1,212 kWh × 0.384 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€465

Injected to grid (77% of production)4,057 kWh × 0.079 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€319

Net Annual Savings€784

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

182 kWh

279 kWh

467 kWh

603 kWh

644 kWh

637 kWh

628 kWh

583 kWh

504 kWh

368 kWh

223 kWh

150 kWh

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	182	43
February	279	65
March	467	113
April	603	149
May	644	163
June	637	164
July	628	163
August	583	150
September	504	127
October	368	90
November	223	53
December	150	35
Total	5,269	1,315

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,228 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

56 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.65877°N, 6.45297°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1315 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.384 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.079 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€2,018

Want to compare Xanten with another city?

Use our interactive calculator to compare any European location.

Open Calculator