Solar Panel Angle Guide
Solar Panel Angle in Jacksonville
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Year-Round Tilt
29.5°
Summer Tilt
15.3°
Winter Tilt
45.3°
Face
South
180° azimuth
Monthly Optimal Tilts for Jacksonville
Jan
50.6°
Feb
42.1°
Mar
30.3°
Apr
18.6°
May
10.0°
Jun
6.9°
Jul
10.0°
Aug
18.6°
Sep
30.3°
Oct
42.1°
Nov
50.6°
Dec
53.8°
Peak Sun Hours
4.5 hrs/day
Average daily solar insolation
Annual Production (400W panel)
~657 kWh
At 29.5° tilt, facing South
Solar Panel Recommendations for Jacksonville
- Fixed mount: Set your panels at 29.5° tilt, facing South (180° azimuth).
- Seasonal adjustment: Tilt to 15.3° in summer and 45.3° in winter for up to 15% more annual energy.
- Monthly adjustment: Adjust tilt each month using the table above for maximum year-round production.
Solar Energy on Florida's First Coast
Jacksonville receives approximately 5 peak sun hours daily as Florida's largest city by area. The First Coast's humid subtropical climate delivers hot, humid summers and mild winters, with abundant sunshine year-round. JEA, the municipal utility, offers net metering for residential solar customers, and Florida's solar market continues to grow.
Hurricane resilience is the key consideration for Jacksonville solar installations. While the city faces lower maximum wind speeds than South Florida, modern racking systems should be wind-rated and flashed penetrations used rather than sealant beads. Salt air corrosion is a factor for homes near the Atlantic coast and St. Johns River, where stainless steel hardware extends system lifespan.
Jacksonville's sprawling suburban development means many homes have ample south-facing roof area on composite shingle roofs. Net metering through JEA and the federal ITC produce payback periods of 8-11 years. The city's growing interest in solar is driven by Florida's sunny reputation and increasing electricity rates.
Orientation Performance
Panel orientation significantly affects energy production. The table below shows relative output compared to true south-facing panels:
| Orientation | Relative Output |
|---|---|
| South | 100% |
| Southeast | 96% |
| Southwest | 96% |
| East | 85-90% |
| West | 85-90% |
| North | 60-75% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does JEA offer net metering in Jacksonville?
Yes. JEA offers net metering for residential solar customers. Combined with the federal ITC, typical payback periods are 8-11 years.
How much energy can a 400W panel generate here?
With 4.5 peak sun hours per day, a properly aligned 400W panel could generate approximately 657 kWh per year.
Related Calculators
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