Fixed Solar Panel Mounts

If you happen to be using probably the simplest and cheapest type of solar panel mounting system it’s likely to be totally stationary. It would be best to have the solar panels face the equator which is due south in the northern hemisphere. When using a compass to determine south keep in mind that true south is different from magnetic south. To give an example, true south in California would be 161 on a compass rather than 180. The actual angle of inclination in degrees needs to be set to your own latitude. A little more than your own latitude would certainly benefit the winter sun and a little less would benefit the summer sun.