How much energy do solar panels produce in Drogheda?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Drogheda, Ireland produces approximately 4,931 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Drogheda?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,149 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 Drogheda?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Drogheda is 42 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Drogheda

Ireland · 53.72°N, 6.35°W

Solar Potential

Low

986 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

4,931kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,149

Payback Period

5.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€28,719

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (26% of 4,931 kWh)1,282 kWh × 0.370 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€474

Injected to grid (74% of production)3,649 kWh × 0.185 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€675

Net Annual Savings€1,149

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

194 kWh

278 kWh

440 kWh

564 kWh

627 kWh

583 kWh

552 kWh

519 kWh

438 kWh

334 kWh

235 kWh

169 kWh

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Nov

Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	194	45
February	278	65
March	440	104
April	564	137
May	627	155
June	583	148
July	552	140
August	519	130
September	438	108
October	334	80
November	235	55
December	169	39
Total	4,931	1,208

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,149 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

52 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

42° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 53.71889°N, 6.34778°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 42°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1208 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.370 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.185 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,815

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