The angle of your solar panels affects how much power they make. This solar panel tilt angle calculator gives the best fixed angle for your city in Pakistan, plus summer and winter angles if your structure is adjustable.
Solar Panel Tilt Angle Calculator
Apne shehar ke hisaab se panels ka behtareen angle janein.
Fixed angle uses the common 0.87 × latitude + 3.1° rule. Seasonal angles are latitude −/+ 15°. Small differences of a few degrees change output only slightly.
Best solar panel angle for Pakistani cities
| City | Latitude | Best fixed angle | Summer | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karachi | 24.9° | 25° | 10° | 40° |
| Hyderabad | 25.4° | 25° | 10° | 40° |
| Multan | 30.2° | 29° | 15° | 45° |
| Quetta | 30.2° | 29° | 15° | 45° |
| Faisalabad | 31.4° | 30° | 16° | 46° |
| Lahore | 31.6° | 31° | 17° | 47° |
| Islamabad / Rawalpindi | 33.7° | 32° | 19° | 49° |
| Peshawar | 34.0° | 33° | 19° | 49° |
How the angle is calculated
- Best fixed angle (all year): a widely used rule of thumb, 0.87 × latitude + 3.1°.
- Summer angle: latitude − 15°, because the sun is high in the sky.
- Winter angle: latitude + 15°, because the sun is low.
Being a few degrees off makes only a small difference to yearly output. Avoiding shade and facing the right direction matter much more than the exact angle.
Which direction should solar panels face in Pakistan?
In Pakistan, panels should face true south. A phone compass shows magnetic south, which is close enough in most of the country. If south isn’t possible, facing south-east or south-west loses only a little output; east or west faces lose more.
Practical tips
- Most installers in Pakistan use fixed structures at around 15–25°, which slightly favour summer output when demand from ACs is highest.
- Steeper angles shed dust and rain better, so they need cleaning less often.
- Keep rows far enough apart that the front row doesn’t shade the back row in winter.
- Elevated structures help bifacial panels collect reflected light from the roof.
Next, work out how many panels fit your roof with the solar panel calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best solar panel angle in Lahore?
About 31° for a fixed structure, or around 17° in summer and 47° in winter if you can adjust it.
What is the best solar panel angle in Karachi?
About 25° for a fixed structure, or around 10° in summer and 40° in winter.
Should I change my panel angle every season?
Adjusting twice a year can add a few percent of output, but it is optional. A good fixed angle and regular cleaning give most of the benefit.
Prices and rules change often. This page was last reviewed on 12 November 2026. Spotted an outdated rate? Tell us and we'll update it.