How much energy do solar panels produce in Bray?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Bray, Ireland produces approximately 4,875 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Bray?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,136 per year (accounting for 26% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 5.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Bray?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Bray is 41 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Bray

Ireland · 53.20°N, 6.10°W

Solar Potential

Low

975 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

4,875kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,136

Payback Period

5.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€28,322

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (26% of 4,875 kWh)1,268 kWh × 0.370 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€469

Injected to grid (74% of production)3,608 kWh × 0.185 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€667

Net Annual Savings€1,136

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

193 kWh

268 kWh

436 kWh

559 kWh

622 kWh

593 kWh

558 kWh

506 kWh

439 kWh

319 kWh

215 kWh

168 kWh

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Nov

Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	193	45
February	268	62
March	436	102
April	559	134
May	622	152
June	593	148
July	558	140
August	506	126
September	439	107
October	319	76
November	215	51
December	168	39
Total	4,875	1,183

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,136 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

52 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

41° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 53.20278°N, 6.09833°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 41°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1183 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.370 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.185 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,783

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