How much energy do solar panels produce in Urk?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Urk, Netherlands produces approximately 5,436 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Urk?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,522 per year (accounting for 100% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 3.6 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Urk?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Urk is 41 degrees facing 1 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Urk

Netherlands · 52.66°N, 5.60°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,087 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,436kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,522

Payback Period

3.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€46,391

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (100% of 5,436 kWh)5,436 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€1,522

Injected to grid (0% of production)0 kWh × 0.070 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€0

Net Annual Savings€1,522

Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,100 €/kWp)€5,500

Net Metering Notice

Net metering (1:1) ends January 1, 2027. After that, surplus compensated at ~€0.05-0.10/kWh.

Netherlands Solar Policy

0% VAT on solar. Net metering makes solar very attractive until 2027. Battery storage becomes critical after.

Source: ACM, 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

183 kWh

269 kWh

492 kWh

646 kWh

679 kWh

663 kWh

656 kWh

612 kWh

515 kWh

362 kWh

208 kWh

151 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	183	42
February	269	62
March	492	117
April	646	158
May	679	169
June	663	168
July	656	168
August	612	156
September	515	128
October	362	87
November	208	49
December	151	35
Total	5,436	1,340

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,267 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

58 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

41° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 52.6625°N, 5.60139°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 41°
Optimal Azimuth: 1°
Yearly Irradiation: 1340 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.070 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,100 EUR/kWp

€1,455

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