This Tuesday, 7 of October of 2025, the Spanish electricity market is moving strongly again. According to the OMIE, the average daily price is at € 98,65 / MWh, which conditions those who adjust consumption according to the price per hour.
Average price of the day and context
With the average in € 98,65 / MWh, the day presents a typical profile: cheaper midday and more tense afternoon-evening. The year-over-year jump is notable, since compared to €55,46/MWh in 2024 the increase is equivalent to a + 77,88 %In any case, consumer decisions should be guided by the specific time slots to squeeze out real savings.
Furthermore, although many households receive the final price on their bill, it depends on the wholesaler and the specifics of each contract. That's why monitor the hours It is the most effective lever for reducing costs without sacrificing daily tasks.
Cheapest and most expensive sections on Tuesday
On the contrary, the highest peak arrives between 20:00 and 21:00, when the market reaches € 168,35 / MWhThe afternoon-evening continues tense with €156,29/MWh from 21:00 p.m. to 22:00 p.m. y €150/MWh from 19:00 p.m. to 20:00 p.m., so it is advisable to avoid these moments for high-consumption appliances.
In practical terms, moving washing machines, dishwashers or ovens to the central stretch of the day can make a difference. Spreading usage over those lower-cost hours helps lower the bill, especially if your rate indexes the price per hour.
For detailed planning, here is the Hourly electricity prices on Tuesday, October 7 (€/MWh):
- 00:00 to 01:00: €110,34/MWh
- 01:00 to 02:00: €108,68/MWh
- 02:00 to 03:00: €107,25/MWh
- 03:00 to 04:00: €103,66/MWh
- 04:00 to 05:00: €103,35/MWh
- 05:00 to 06:00: €102,93/MWh
- 06:00 to 07:00: €108,51/MWh
- 07:00 to 08:00: €121,01/MWh
- 08:00 to 09:00: €132,32/MWh
- 09:00 to 10:00: €118,1/MWh
- 10:00 to 11:00: €75,89/MWh
- 11:00 to 12:00: €51,76/MWh
- 12:00 to 13:00: €50,88/MWh
- 13:00 to 14:00: €41,41/MWh
- 14:00 to 15:00: €37,34/MWh
- 15:00 to 16:00: €42,81/MWh
- 16:00 to 17:00: €54,95/MWh
- 17:00 to 18:00: €77,72/MWh
- 18:00 to 19:00: €109,65/MWh
- 19:00 to 20:00: €150/MWh
- 20:00 to 21:00: €168,35/MWh
- 21:00 to 22:00: €156,29/MWh
- 22:00 to 23:00: €119,76/MWh
- 23:00 to 24:00: €114,79/MWh
Today, those who can shift tasks to the midday You will notice the savings clearly; if this is not possible, postpone non-urgent activities until after the peak period from 20:00 PM to 22:00 PM It also helps to contain spending.
With an average cost in € 98,65 / MWh and a clear reduction in prices at midday, the key is to concentrate consumption between the 11:00 and 16:00 and avoid afternoon-evening rush hoursThe hourly listing allows you to adjust each usage to take advantage of the minimum (14:00-15:00 PM) and avoid the maximum (20:00-21:00 PM).
