What is the best direction for solar panels to face?

🧭 What’s the Best Direction for Solar Panels? 

By Infinity Solar USA – We follow the sun so you can follow the savings.

If you’ve ever watched your cat stretch into the warmest sunbeam, you already understand solar panel positioning. Cats get it. Solar panels do too.

So the big question is: Which direction should your solar panels face to soak up the most sunshine and save you the most money?

Spoiler alert: It’s not “wherever they look best on the roof.”

☀️ The Solar Sweet Spot: Face South (Most of the Time)

In the U.S., true south is the golden ticket for solar panels. Why?



Because the sun moves across the southern sky in the Northern Hemisphere. South-facing panels get the most direct sunlight throughout the day, meaning more energy for your home and more money staying in your wallet.

South = Solar Jackpot. 🎰

👉 But Wait—What If My Roof Faces East or West?

Good news: You’re not doomed.

• East-facing panels catch the morning sun (great if you’re a coffee-fueled early riser).
• West-facing panels catch strong afternoon rays (perfect for offsetting late-day A/C use).

While they may produce 10–20% less than south-facing panels, east and west orientations can still make serious solar sense—especially with time-of-use electricity rates.

Bonus: Some utility billing plans even favor west-facing panels because they help during peak demand.

🧱 What About North-Facing Roofs?

North-facing panels are kind of like a flashlight pointed at the wall—you’ll get some reflection, but not much light.

Translation: Not ideal, but not necessarily a deal-breaker.

We can:

• Mount panels at a steeper tilt to catch better angles
• Explore garage, ground mount, or carport options
• Or combine multiple roof faces to get the best out of all worlds

🔍 So, Which Direction Is Your Best Bet?

That depends on:

• Your roof’s shape and tilt
• Local sun exposure and shading
• Your electricity usage patterns
• And whether your neighbor’s tree is throwing shade (literally and figuratively)
  

🎯 The Bottom Line?

While south is best, east and west still shine, and north isn’t a lost cause, the real answer lies in a custom solar design.



That’s where Infinity Solar USA comes in. We use satellite imagery, shade analysis, and solar nerd wizardry to figure out exactly where your panels should go for maximum output and savings.

☎️ Ready to Find Your Solar Direction?

Let’s take your roof from average to energy-generating awesome.

📞 Contact Infinity Solar USA today for a free, no-obligation solar evaluation.


We’ll help you point your panels—and your savings—in the right direction.