San Diego Gas & Electric Co TOU-ELEC (DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES, ENERGY STORAGE, OR ELECTRIC HEAT PUMPS): Cheapest Hours and Peak Times

On TOU-ELEC (DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES, ENERGY STORAGE, OR ELECTRIC HEAT PUMPS), the summer weekday cheapest period runs 12 AM to 6 AM and 10 AM to 2 PM at 34.5 cents per kWh. Peak runs 4 PM to 9 PM at 71.6 cents per kWh. On weekends, the cheapest period runs 12 AM to 2 PM. Rate effective 2026-06-01 (June 1, 2026).

Cheapest summer price34.5¢/kWh

Summer peak price71.6¢/kWh

Summer spread37.1¢/kWh

Estimated EV value$811/year

24-hour schedule

When each price applies

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

On weekdays, the cheapest price is 33.8 cents per kWh during 12 AM to 6 AM and 10 AM to 2 PM. Peak is 50.2 cents per kWh from 4 PM to 9 PM.

061218

Peak: 50.2¢/kWhOff-peak: 37.7¢/kWhSuper off-peak: 33.8¢/kWh

Text data table

Hour starting	Price
0:00	33.764¢/kWh
1:00	33.764¢/kWh
2:00	33.764¢/kWh
3:00	33.764¢/kWh
4:00	33.764¢/kWh
5:00	33.764¢/kWh
6:00	37.682¢/kWh
7:00	37.682¢/kWh
8:00	37.682¢/kWh
9:00	37.682¢/kWh
10:00	33.764¢/kWh
11:00	33.764¢/kWh
12:00	33.764¢/kWh
13:00	33.764¢/kWh
14:00	37.682¢/kWh
15:00	37.682¢/kWh
16:00	50.219¢/kWh
17:00	50.219¢/kWh
18:00	50.219¢/kWh
19:00	50.219¢/kWh
20:00	50.219¢/kWh
21:00	37.682¢/kWh
22:00	37.682¢/kWh
23:00	37.682¢/kWh

Summer: June to October

On weekdays, the cheapest price is 34.5 cents per kWh during 12 AM to 6 AM and 10 AM to 2 PM. Peak is 71.6 cents per kWh from 4 PM to 9 PM.

061218

Peak: 71.6¢/kWhOff-peak: 38.9¢/kWhSuper off-peak: 34.5¢/kWh

Text data table

Hour starting	Price
0:00	34.545¢/kWh
1:00	34.545¢/kWh
2:00	34.545¢/kWh
3:00	34.545¢/kWh
4:00	34.545¢/kWh
5:00	34.545¢/kWh
6:00	38.853¢/kWh
7:00	38.853¢/kWh
8:00	38.853¢/kWh
9:00	38.853¢/kWh
10:00	34.545¢/kWh
11:00	34.545¢/kWh
12:00	34.545¢/kWh
13:00	34.545¢/kWh
14:00	38.853¢/kWh
15:00	38.853¢/kWh
16:00	71.598¢/kWh
17:00	71.598¢/kWh
18:00	71.598¢/kWh
19:00	71.598¢/kWh
20:00	71.598¢/kWh
21:00	38.853¢/kWh
22:00	38.853¢/kWh
23:00	38.853¢/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	$811
Heat pump water heater	1,440 kWh/year	$361
Dishwasher and laundry	480 kWh/year	$120
Home battery	3,285 kWh/year	$822
Space heating and cooling	480 kWh/year	$120

Adjust these assumptions

Plan notes and limitations

The fixed customer charge published in this URDB record is $0.79343 per day. 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 TOU-ELEC (DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES, ENERGY STORAGE, OR ELECTRIC HEAT PUMPS) cheapest?

On summer weekdays, the cheapest windows are 12 AM to 6 AM and 10 AM to 2 PM at 34.5 cents per kWh.

When is TOU-ELEC (DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES, ENERGY STORAGE, OR ELECTRIC HEAT PUMPS) most expensive?

The summer peak window is 4 PM to 9 PM at 71.6 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.