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The best time to use electricity in Spain

Electricity does not cost the same at all times of day.

In Spain, the cheapest electricity is often available during daylight hours, especially when solar production is high.

Understanding when to use electricity can reduce your bill without reducing comfort.

Why daytime electricity is cheaper

During sunny hours:

  • Solar generation is high
  • Supply exceeds demand
  • Prices fall

Tariffs like Octopus Sun Club are built around this principle.

Typical solar window hours

While exact times vary, the solar window usually falls between late morning and late afternoon.

This is when shifting usage brings the most benefit.

Appliances that are easy to shift

Many everyday appliances can be run during the day, such as:

These changes are simple and do not require lifestyle disruption.

Savings often come from timing, not restriction. See practical appliance timing examples for daytime solar hours.

When do you use energy?

Upload your electricity bill and we will tell you when you use energy and how to optimise it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

¿Tengo que cambiar toda mi rutina?

No. Pequeños cambios como configurar el temporizador del lavavajillas o hacer la colada al mediodía marcan una gran diferencia sin alterar su vida.

¿Qué pasa si no estoy en casa durante el día?

Puede usar temporizadores en electrodomésticos como lavadoras y lavavajillas para hacerlos funcionar mientras está fuera.

¿Esto se aplica también en invierno?

Sí. Incluso en invierno, se produce energía solar durante el día. La ventana solar es más corta, pero el mediodía suele seguir siendo la hora más barata.