How much energy do solar panels produce in Cork?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Cork, Ireland produces approximately 4,982 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Cork?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,161 per year (accounting for 26% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 5.6 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Cork?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Cork is 39 degrees facing -1 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Cork

Ireland · 51.90°N, 8.47°W

Solar Potential

Low

996 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

4,982kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,161

Payback Period

5.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€29,080

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (26% of 4,982 kWh)1,295 kWh × 0.370 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€479

Injected to grid (74% of production)3,686 kWh × 0.185 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€682

Net Annual Savings€1,161

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

207 kWh

272 kWh

424 kWh

555 kWh

614 kWh

600 kWh

580 kWh

550 kWh

446 kWh

318 kWh

246 kWh

170 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	207	48
February	272	64
March	424	101
April	555	135
May	614	151
June	600	151
July	580	147
August	550	137
September	446	110
October	318	77
November	246	58
December	170	40
Total	4,982	1,220

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,161 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

53 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.89797°N, 8.47061°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -1°
Yearly Irradiation: 1220 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.370 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.185 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,698

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