How much energy do solar panels produce in Venlo?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Venlo, Netherlands produces approximately 5,241 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Venlo?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,467 per year (accounting for 100% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 3.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Venlo?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Venlo is 39 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Venlo

Netherlands · 51.37°N, 6.17°E

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,048 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

5,241kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,467

Payback Period

3.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€44,528

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (100% of 5,241 kWh)5,241 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€1,467

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

→ Feed-in revenue+€0

Net Annual Savings€1,467

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

189 kWh

278 kWh

463 kWh

597 kWh

635 kWh

628 kWh

625 kWh

576 kWh

504 kWh

366 kWh

227 kWh

153 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	189	44
February	278	65
March	463	112
April	597	148
May	635	161
June	628	162
July	625	163
August	576	149
September	504	127
October	366	90
November	227	54
December	153	36
Total	5,241	1,311

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,221 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

56 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.37°N, 6.16806°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1311 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.070 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,100 EUR/kWp

€2,053

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