{"id":13804,"date":"2026-04-16T09:40:49","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T09:40:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/?p=13804"},"modified":"2026-04-16T10:10:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T10:10:10","slug":"when-is-electricity-cheapest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/cuando-es-la-electricidad-mas-barata\/","title":{"rendered":"When is electricity cheapest? A guide to saving money"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1320.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:25px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:25px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:30px;--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\"fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" alt=\"cuando es la electricidad mas barata\" title=\"cuando es la electricidad mas barata\" src=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cuando-es-la-electricidad-mas-barata.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cuando-es-la-electricidad-mas-barata.jpg\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-13809\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27683%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20683%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27683%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cuando-es-la-electricidad-mas-barata-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cuando-es-la-electricidad-mas-barata-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cuando-es-la-electricidad-mas-barata-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cuando-es-la-electricidad-mas-barata-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/activacar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cuando-es-la-electricidad-mas-barata.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 678px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:80px;\"><p data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"706\">Understanding <strong data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"544\">when electricity is cheapest<\/strong> is no longer just a matter of curiosity; it is a very useful tool for cutting costs, particularly in households that are adopting solutions such as electric vehicles.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"906\">The difference in price between different times of day can be significant. And the best part is that, with just a few small changes to your habits, you can minimise your energy use without sacrificing comfort.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"906\">In this article from Activacar, we explain it in simple terms.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1;\" data-section-id=\"ucvl29\" data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"964\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"28px\">When is electricity cheapest in Spain?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1086\">The current electricity system is based on time bands that determine the price of electricity according to demand.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1156\">This means that the cost varies depending on the time of day.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.32;\" data-section-id=\"y0uaqs\" data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1196\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"36.96px\">Time-of-use electricity tariffs<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1409\">\n<li data-section-id=\"7xpvje\" data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1268\"><strong data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1231\">Off-peak hours (cheaper):<\/strong> from 00:00 am to 08:00 am and at weekends<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1xe9f5k\" data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1342\"><strong data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1286\">Flat rate hours:<\/strong> from 8 am to 10 am, from 2 pm to 6 pm and from 10 pm to midnight<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"13tmgg3\" data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1409\"><strong data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1371\">Rush hour (most expensive):<\/strong> from 10 am to 2 pm and from 6 pm to 10 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1521\">In practical terms, <strong data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1520\">electricity is cheapest in the early hours of the morning and at weekends<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1763\">This is particularly important if you are considering an <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/ev-chargers-installation\/\">installation of recharging points<\/a><\/strong>, as the time of day you use it directly affects the total cost of charging.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1;\" data-section-id=\"1qkx76g\" data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1829\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"28px\">Why is electricity cheaper at certain times?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1897\">Price movements are primarily driven by demand.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"2056\">During the day, economic and domestic activity leads to increased energy consumption. By contrast, demand drops significantly at night.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2191\">This allows the electricity system to operate under less strain, which translates into lower prices for consumers.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1;\" data-section-id=\"kpc29j\" data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2241\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"28px\">How can I make the most of the cheaper times?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2368\">Knowing <strong data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2291\">when electricity is cheapest<\/strong> is just the first step. The key lies in adjusting certain consumption habits.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.32;\" data-section-id=\"hejrf4\" data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2408\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"36.96px\">Practical uses at home<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2410\" data-end=\"2571\">\n<li data-section-id=\"32p1wb\" data-start=\"2410\" data-end=\"2471\">Scheduling household appliances such as washing machines or dishwashers<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"moqud9\" data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2525\">Charging electronic devices overnight<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"xz45mi\" data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2571\">Avoid high energy consumption during peak hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2668\">These are simple changes, but they add up. In the medium term, they have a clear impact on your bill.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1;\" data-section-id=\"jb1lqu\" data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2731\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"28px\">Electric vehicles: where the savings are most obvious<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2733\" data-end=\"2826\">In the context of electric mobility, the time of consumption is even more important.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"3033\">Charging an electric vehicle at home is a simple process, much like plugging in any other device. However, the cost of charging can vary significantly depending on the time of day.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.32;\" data-section-id=\"1ig4trd\" data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3074\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"36.96px\">Actual differences depending on the timetable<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3076\" data-end=\"3178\">\n<li data-section-id=\"d14omq\" data-start=\"3076\" data-end=\"3121\">Charging during peak hours means a higher cost per kWh<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1heaz22\" data-start=\"3122\" data-end=\"3178\">Charging during off-peak hours means significant savings on every charge<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3278\">Over time, this difference translates into a much more competitive cost per kilometre.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1;\" data-section-id=\"73eoof\" data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3334\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"28px\">Charging solutions tailored to every environment<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3336\" data-end=\"3432\">To make the most of these benefits, having your own charging point is essential.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3434\" data-end=\"3716\">En entornos residenciales, una opci\u00f3n habitual es <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/ev-charger-garage-installation\/\">install a charging point in a communal garage<\/a><\/strong>, which allows users to charge their vehicle efficiently without relying on external infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3718\" data-end=\"3856\">Furthermore, modern systems allow you to schedule charging automatically, optimising energy consumption without the need for constant intervention.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1;\" data-section-id=\"rfkvf6\" data-start=\"3863\" data-end=\"3905\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"28px\">What about hybrid vehicles?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3907\" data-end=\"3990\">Plug-in hybrid vehicles also benefit from these time slots.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3992\" data-end=\"4158\">Although its battery capacity is lower, charging during off-peak hours allows you to make the most of electric mode and reduce fuel consumption on daily journeys.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1;\" data-section-id=\"1nl53p4\" data-start=\"4165\" data-end=\"4216\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"28px\">Strategies for optimising energy consumption<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4310\">Beyond electric vehicles, there are ways to help reduce energy costs:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.32;\" data-section-id=\"1qqiaxc\" data-start=\"4312\" data-end=\"4345\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"36.96px\">1. Consumption scheduling<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4346\" data-end=\"4443\">By making use of the devices\u2019 scheduling features, you can automate your energy savings.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.32;\" data-section-id=\"1j48h1a\" data-start=\"4445\" data-end=\"4485\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"36.96px\">2. Review of electricity tariffs<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4486\" data-end=\"4579\">Having a tariff that reflects actual consumption is key to avoiding unnecessary extra costs.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.32;\" data-section-id=\"1hsprqq\" data-start=\"4581\" data-end=\"4609\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"36.96px\">3. Analysis of habits<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4610\" data-end=\"4704\">Identifying peak consumption periods makes it possible to shift consumption to cheaper time slots.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1;\" data-section-id=\"19910cz\" data-start=\"4711\" data-end=\"4751\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"28px\">A more efficient and sustainable approach<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4753\" data-end=\"4887\">Using electricity during off-peak hours does not just have financial benefits. It also helps to ensure a more balanced use of the electricity grid.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4889\" data-end=\"4994\">This facilitates the integration of renewable energy and reduces the strain at times of peak demand.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1;\" data-section-id=\"nmkztf\" data-start=\"5001\" data-end=\"5050\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"28px\">Is the price the same within each price band?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5052\" data-end=\"5158\">Although the time bands are fixed, the price may vary from day to day depending on the electricity market.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5160\" data-end=\"5276\">Even so, the early hours of the morning are still the time when electricity is cheapest.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1;\" data-section-id=\"rahio0\" data-start=\"5283\" data-end=\"5346\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"28px\">Conclusion: optimising consumption is a strategic decision<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5348\" data-end=\"5480\">Knowing <strong data-start=\"5359\" data-end=\"5399\">when electricity is cheapest<\/strong> enables you to make more efficient decisions in terms of both cost and energy consumption.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5482\" data-end=\"5728\">If this is also combined with solutions such as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/ev-home-chargers-installation\/\">installing an electric car charger at home<\/a><\/strong>, the result is a much more streamlined, convenient and practical approach to energy management.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5730\" data-end=\"5858\">At Activacar, we support businesses and individuals throughout this process, offering charging solutions tailored to each situation.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1;\" data-section-id=\"1ac8lrl\" data-start=\"5865\" data-end=\"5915\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"28px\">Frequently asked questions about when electricity is cheapest<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.32;\" data-section-id=\"17xz9vm\" data-start=\"5917\" data-end=\"5969\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"36.96px\">When is electricity cheapest in Spain?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5970\" data-end=\"6055\">During the early hours of the morning (midnight to 8 am) and at weekends, during off-peak hours.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.32;\" data-section-id=\"ysfsw1\" data-start=\"6057\" data-end=\"6130\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"36.96px\">When is it cheapest to charge an electric car?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6131\" data-end=\"6197\">Mainly at night, when the price per kWh is lower.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.32;\" data-section-id=\"35yb8l\" data-start=\"6199\" data-end=\"6238\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"36.96px\">Is the price the same every day?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6239\" data-end=\"6321\">No. It can vary from day to day, although the time slots remain the same.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.32;\" data-section-id=\"13jde8w\" data-start=\"6323\" data-end=\"6368\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"36.96px\">Is it worth changing your spending habits?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6369\" data-end=\"6456\">Yes. Shifting your energy use to off-peak hours can significantly reduce your bill.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 28; line-height: 1.32;\" data-section-id=\"ioo6hn\" data-start=\"6458\" data-end=\"6506\" data-fontsize=\"28\" data-lineheight=\"36.96px\">Is it better to charge an electric car at home?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6507\" data-end=\"6617\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">In most cases, yes. Especially if it\u2019s done during off-peak hours using your own charging system.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":13809,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[104],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13804","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-consejos"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13804","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13804"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13804\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13813,"href":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13804\/revisions\/13813"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13809"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13804"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13804"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/activacar.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13804"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}