How much energy do solar panels produce in Donaghmede?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Donaghmede, Ireland produces approximately 4,827 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Donaghmede?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,134 per year (accounting for 27% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 5.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Donaghmede?

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

Solar Panels in Donaghmede

Ireland · 53.40°N, 6.16°W

Solar Potential

Low

965 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

4,827kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,134

Payback Period

5.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€28,332

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (27% of 4,827 kWh)1,303 kWh × 0.370 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€482

Injected to grid (73% of production)3,524 kWh × 0.185 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€652

Net Annual Savings€1,134

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

263 kWh

432 kWh

558 kWh

614 kWh

578 kWh

550 kWh

501 kWh

431 kWh

315 kWh

215 kWh

176 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	193	45
February	263	62
March	432	102
April	558	135
May	614	152
June	578	146
July	550	140
August	501	125
September	431	106
October	315	76
November	215	51
December	176	41
Total	4,827	1,180

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,125 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

51 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

41° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 53.39845°N, 6.16179°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 41°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1180 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.370 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.185 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,793

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