How much energy do solar panels produce in Athlone?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Athlone, Ireland produces approximately 4,618 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Athlone?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,102 per year (accounting for 29% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 5.9 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Athlone?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Athlone is 40 degrees facing -4 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Athlone

Ireland · 53.42°N, 7.94°W

Solar Potential

Low

924 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

4,618kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,102

Payback Period

5.9 yrs

25-Year Net

€27,507

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (29% of 4,618 kWh)1,339 kWh × 0.370 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€495

Injected to grid (71% of production)3,279 kWh × 0.185 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€607

Net Annual Savings€1,102

Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,300 €/kWp)€6,500

Ireland Solar Policy

Clean Export Guarantee: €0.13-0.25/kWh depending on supplier. 0% VAT. SEAI grants available.

Source: CRU, SEAI, 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

179 kWh

249 kWh

406 kWh

531 kWh

594 kWh

549 kWh

527 kWh

501 kWh

404 kWh

310 kWh

221 kWh

147 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	179	42
February	249	59
March	406	97
April	531	130
May	594	147
June	549	139
July	527	134
August	501	126
September	404	100
October	310	75
November	221	52
December	147	35
Total	4,618	1,136

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,076 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

49 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 53.42278°N, 7.93722°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -4°
Yearly Irradiation: 1136 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.370 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.185 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,710

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