Angle of solar panel installation

What angle should a solar panel be?

An optimal angle maximizes available sunlight and ensures your panels produce as much electricity as possible. Your panel angle should be close or equal to your home’s latitude. For most U.S. homes, this angle falls between 30 and 45 degrees. However, the ideal angle varies based on location. The optimal angle also varies by season.

How do I choose the best tilt angle for solar panels?

The latitude of your location plays a significant role in determining the optimal tilt angle for solar panels. Panels should typically be angled equal to the latitude of the installation site to maximize sunlight exposure.

How to choose a solar installation angle?

If connected to a stand-alone power system, the installation angle of solar panels should be based on the light conditions to obtain the maximum power output. Generally, if the output of the solar panels can be met even on the lowest light intensity of the year, then the solar output the chosen angle will meet the year-round demand.

What affects the installation angle of residential solar panels?

The pitch and structure of your roof influence the installation angle of residential solar panels. Roofs with a steep pitch may already be close to the optimal angle, whereas flatter roofs might require additional mounting structures to achieve the desired tilt.

How do I find the best solar panel mounting angle?

To find the best panel angle for your setup, I recommend using a solar panel mounting angle calculator. This calculator from Footprint Hero is simple and straightforward to use. Just input your address, and it provides an optimal year-round average angle for your specific location.

Should solar panels be angled on a low angled roof?

Flush-mounting solar panels on a low-angled roof will produce less electricity and reduce solar savings. To receive exceptional solar savings, you’ll want your solar panels to be angled in a way that optimizes the sunlight exposure for that location. This is done by tilting your solar panels at the same angle as the latitude of your home.