San Diego Gas & Electric Co EV-TOU: Cheapest Hours and Peak Times

On EV-TOU, the summer weekday cheapest period runs 12 AM to 6 AM and 10 AM to 2 PM at 30.8 cents per kWh. Peak runs 4 PM to 9 PM at 85.3 cents per kWh. On weekends, the cheapest period runs 12 AM to 2 PM. Rate effective 2026-06-01 (June 1, 2026).

Cheapest summer price30.8¢/kWh

Summer peak price85.3¢/kWh

Summer spread54.5¢/kWh

Estimated EV value$1270/year

24-hour schedule

When each price applies

Winter: January, February, March, April, May, November, December

On weekdays, the cheapest price is 30.1 cents per kWh during 12 AM to 6 AM and 10 AM to 2 PM. Peak is 58.3 cents per kWh from 4 PM to 9 PM.

061218

Peak: 58.3¢/kWhOff-peak: 52.6¢/kWhSuper off-peak: 30.1¢/kWh

Text data table

Hour starting	Price
0:00	30.057¢/kWh
1:00	30.057¢/kWh
2:00	30.057¢/kWh
3:00	30.057¢/kWh
4:00	30.057¢/kWh
5:00	30.057¢/kWh
6:00	52.649¢/kWh
7:00	52.649¢/kWh
8:00	52.649¢/kWh
9:00	52.649¢/kWh
10:00	30.057¢/kWh
11:00	30.057¢/kWh
12:00	30.057¢/kWh
13:00	30.057¢/kWh
14:00	52.649¢/kWh
15:00	52.649¢/kWh
16:00	58.302¢/kWh
17:00	58.302¢/kWh
18:00	58.302¢/kWh
19:00	58.302¢/kWh
20:00	58.302¢/kWh
21:00	52.649¢/kWh
22:00	52.649¢/kWh
23:00	52.649¢/kWh

Summer: June to October

On weekdays, the cheapest price is 30.8 cents per kWh during 12 AM to 6 AM and 10 AM to 2 PM. Peak is 85.3 cents per kWh from 4 PM to 9 PM.

061218

Peak: 85.3¢/kWhOff-peak: 55.6¢/kWhSuper off-peak: 30.8¢/kWh

Text data table

Hour starting	Price
0:00	30.794¢/kWh
1:00	30.794¢/kWh
2:00	30.794¢/kWh
3:00	30.794¢/kWh
4:00	30.794¢/kWh
5:00	30.794¢/kWh
6:00	55.623¢/kWh
7:00	55.623¢/kWh
8:00	55.623¢/kWh
9:00	55.623¢/kWh
10:00	30.794¢/kWh
11:00	30.794¢/kWh
12:00	30.794¢/kWh
13:00	30.794¢/kWh
14:00	55.623¢/kWh
15:00	55.623¢/kWh
16:00	85.331¢/kWh
17:00	85.331¢/kWh
18:00	85.331¢/kWh
19:00	85.331¢/kWh
20:00	85.331¢/kWh
21:00	55.623¢/kWh
22:00	55.623¢/kWh
23:00	55.623¢/kWh

Load shifting

What moving energy use could be worth

These estimates apply the published movable-energy assumptions to the weighted summer and winter price spread. They are not a bill forecast.

Flexible load	Movable energy	Estimated annual value
EV charging	3,240 kWh/year	$1270
Heat pump water heater	1,440 kWh/year	$564
Dishwasher and laundry	480 kWh/year	$188
Home battery	3,285 kWh/year	$1288
Space heating and cooling	480 kWh/year	$188

Adjust these assumptions

Plan notes and limitations

The fixed customer charge published in this URDB record is not published. Taxes, minimum bills, credits, eligibility rules, and some riders may change the amount on a real bill.

URDB rates are reviewed roughly annually. This record was last updated 2026-07-01 (July 1, 2026). Confirm the current tariff with San Diego Gas & Electric Co.

Source: OpenEI U.S. Utility Rate Database rate record (NREL / DOE).

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Frequently asked questions

When is EV-TOU cheapest?

On summer weekdays, the cheapest windows are 12 AM to 6 AM and 10 AM to 2 PM at 30.8 cents per kWh.

When is EV-TOU most expensive?

The summer peak window is 4 PM to 9 PM at 85.3 cents per kWh.

Are weekends different?

The summer weekend cheapest window is 12 AM to 2 PM. Check the hourly schedule for the exact period.

How current is this rate?

The OpenEI record is effective June 1, 2026 and was last updated July 1, 2026.

Should I confirm this with my utility?

Yes. Rate eligibility, taxes, riders, and holiday schedules may not be fully represented in URDB.