How much energy do solar panels produce in Lorca?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Lorca, Spain produces approximately 8,408 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Lorca?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €723 per year (accounting for 18% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 7.3 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Lorca?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Lorca is 35 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Lorca

Spain · 37.67°N, 1.70°W

Solar Potential

Excellent

1,682 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

8,408kWh

Net Annual Savings

€723

Payback Period

7.3 yrs

25-Year Net

€17,321

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (18% of 8,408 kWh)1,513 kWh × 0.250 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€378

Injected to grid (82% of production)6,895 kWh × 0.050 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€345

Net Annual Savings€723

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

616 kWh

600 kWh

719 kWh

726 kWh

783 kWh

787 kWh

818 kWh

804 kWh

711 kWh

675 kWh

587 kWh

582 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	616	150
February	600	148
March	719	181
April	726	186
May	783	205
June	787	211
July	818	222
August	804	217
September	711	187
October	675	174
November	587	146
December	582	142
Total	8,408	2,170

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,959 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

89 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

35° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 37.67119°N, 1.7017°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 35°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 2170 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.250 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.050 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,061 EUR/kWp

€2,072

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