How much energy do solar panels produce in Dundalk?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Dundalk, Ireland produces approximately 4,798 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Dundalk?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,127 per year (accounting for 27% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 5.8 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Dundalk?

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

Solar Panels in Dundalk

Ireland · 54.00°N, 6.42°W

Solar Potential

Low

960 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

4,798kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,127

Payback Period

5.8 yrs

25-Year Net

€28,128

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (27% of 4,798 kWh)1,296 kWh × 0.370 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€479

Injected to grid (73% of production)3,503 kWh × 0.185 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€648

Net Annual Savings€1,127

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

180 kWh

260 kWh

426 kWh

559 kWh

611 kWh

572 kWh

548 kWh

517 kWh

423 kWh

321 kWh

222 kWh

159 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	180	42
February	260	61
March	426	101
April	559	136
May	611	152
June	572	145
July	548	140
August	517	130
September	423	104
October	321	77
November	222	52
December	159	37
Total	4,798	1,178

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,118 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

51 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

41° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 54°N, 6.41667°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 41°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1178 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.370 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.185 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,778

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