Winter Solar Tips UK

How do I get the most from solar in winter?

Winter solar output drops to 10-15% of summer peaks. 8 tips to maximise it: (1) SHIFT CONSUMPTION to midday — run appliances 10am-2pm when solar peaks. (2) USE YOUR BATTERY wisely — charge from solar during the day, discharge in the evening. (3) SWITCH TO A WINTER TARIFF — Octopus Go gives 7.5p/kWh overnight for battery top-up. (4) CLEAR SNOW from panels (only if safely accessible — a soft broom from ground level). (5) CHECK YOUR MONITORING — winter is when faults become noticeable (lower output may mask issues). (6) REDUCE EVENING CONSUMPTION — LED lights, lower thermostat, fewer standby devices. (7) PRE-HEAT your home using midday solar before sunset. (8) REVIEW your SEG export rate — some tariffs pay more in winter when grid demand peaks.