How much energy do solar panels produce in Lucan?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Lucan, Ireland produces approximately 4,881 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Lucan?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,138 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 Lucan?

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

Solar Panels in Lucan

Ireland · 53.36°N, 6.45°W

Solar Potential

Low

976 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

4,881kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,138

Payback Period

5.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€28,360

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (26% of 4,881 kWh)1,269 kWh × 0.370 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€470

Injected to grid (74% of production)3,612 kWh × 0.185 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€668

Net Annual Savings€1,138

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

187 kWh

274 kWh

431 kWh

538 kWh

618 kWh

570 kWh

562 kWh

523 kWh

439 kWh

333 kWh

236 kWh

170 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	187	43
February	274	64
March	431	102
April	538	131
May	618	153
June	570	144
July	562	143
August	523	131
September	439	108
October	333	80
November	236	56
December	170	40
Total	4,881	1,193

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,137 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

52 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

41° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 53.35736°N, 6.44859°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 41°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1193 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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