How much energy do solar panels produce in Cuenca?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Cuenca, Spain produces approximately 8,045 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Cuenca?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €692 per year (accounting for 18% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 7.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Cuenca?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Cuenca is 36 degrees facing -5 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Cuenca

Spain · 40.07°N, 2.13°W

Solar Potential

Excellent

1,609 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

8,045kWh

Net Annual Savings

€692

Payback Period

7.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€16,343

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (18% of 8,045 kWh)1,448 kWh × 0.250 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€362

Injected to grid (82% of production)6,597 kWh × 0.050 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€330

Net Annual Savings€692

Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,061 €/kWp)€5,305

Spain Solar Policy

Compensación simplificada: surplus credited at €0.02-0.10/kWh, capped at your bill. No prosumer fees. IBI tax discount 30-50% in many municipalities.

Source: CNMC, 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

540 kWh

553 kWh

674 kWh

687 kWh

752 kWh

769 kWh

852 kWh

831 kWh

724 kWh

643 kWh

507 kWh

513 kWh

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Nov

Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	540	128
February	553	133
March	674	165
April	687	173
May	752	194
June	769	204
July	852	230
August	831	223
September	724	189
October	643	163
November	507	122
December	513	122
Total	8,045	2,045

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,874 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

85 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

36° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 40.06667°N, 2.13333°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 36°
Optimal Azimuth: -5°
Yearly Irradiation: 2045 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.250 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.050 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,061 EUR/kWp

€2,003

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