The 2.0TD tariff has lower regulated charges at night and on weekends.
Your final price depends on your contract. Some free-market plans charge the same energy price all day.
These opening times apply to mainland Spain and the islands. Ceuta and Melilla use the times listed below.
- Valle: 00:00 to 08:00 on weekdays. It also covers weekends and certain national holidays.
- Llano: 08:00 to 10:00, 14:00 to 18:00, and 22:00 to 00:00 on weekdays.
- Punta: 10:00 to 14:00 and 18:00 to 22:00 on weekdays.
Check your contract first. These periods do not always mean you pay 3 different energy prices.
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Off-peak electricity hours in Spain
The 2.0TD access tariff covers low-voltage supplies with contracted power of 15 kW or less.
It has 3 energy periods. Spanish bills call them punta, llano, and valle.
| Period | Weekdays | Weekends and covered national holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Valle Lowest regulated charges | 00:00 to 08:00 | All day |
| Llano Middle regulated charges | 08:00 to 10:00 14:00 to 18:00 22:00 to 00:00 | Not used |
| Punta Highest regulated charges | 10:00 to 14:00 18:00 to 22:00 | Not used |
These times apply in mainland Spain, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands.
Ceuta and Melilla use different weekday hours:
- Valle: 00:00 to 08:00.
- Llano: 08:00 to 11:00, 15:00 to 19:00, and 23:00 to 00:00.
- Punta: 11:00 to 15:00 and 19:00 to 23:00.
Do not assume every public holiday is valley all day.
The rule covers 6 January and national holidays with fixed dates that regions cannot replace.
It excludes regional holidays, local holidays, replaceable national holidays, and holidays without a fixed date.
Why the period is not your final price
The schedule sets the regulated network charges for each period. It does not set one retail price for every contract.
On the regulated PVPC tariff, Red Eléctrica publishes a price for each hour.
Wholesale prices also affect it. The PVPC price can change from one hour to the next.
A free-market plan may have one price, several periods, or an hourly indexed price.
Check the energy section of your contract or bill. It may show prices called P1, P2, and P3.
If it shows one energy price, using electricity at night may not reduce that price per kWh.
The fixed power charge has 2 periods. On weekdays, peak power runs from 08:00 to 00:00.
Valley power runs from 00:00 to 08:00. It also applies all day during covered weekends and holidays.
You can choose a different power level for each period.
Our guide to contracted power in Spain explains this choice.
How to use the cheaper periods
Start with appliances that use a lot of electricity. Washing machines, dishwashers, and electric cars are common examples.
Use a built-in timer if the appliance has one. Follow the maker's safety instructions.
Weekends may be easier than late nights. Regulated charges stay in the valley period all day.
Check your contract before changing your routine. A single-price plan may offer no direct saving on the energy price.
Look at a normal week first. Choose one large task that you can move without much trouble.
For air conditioning, also check your temperature setting and insulation. Timing is only one part of the cost.
How to check your Spanish electricity bill
Find the section called término de energÃa or energÃa consumida. It shows how the supplier prices your electricity use.
Check whether the bill says PVPC or mercado libre. This shows whether your plan is regulated or free-market.
If your contracted power is below 15 kW, the bill should include a QR code.
An electronic bill may show a web link instead. Both open the CNMC comparison tool with your details.
Compare the full yearly cost before switching. Include energy, contracted power, taxes, and extra services.
Our Spanish electricity cost guide explains the other parts of the bill.
A simple weekly check
- Check whether your contract has 1, 2, or 3 energy prices.
- Mark the valley hours that fit your normal week.
- Move one large task, such as laundry, before changing your whole routine.
- Review the next full bill and compare the energy section.
This helps you test one change before changing your whole routine.
FAQ
When is the official 2.0TD valley period?
The valley period is 00:00 to 08:00 on weekdays. It also covers weekends and certain national holidays.
Is electricity always cheaper after midnight?
No. Your contract sets the price you pay. Some free-market plans charge the same energy price all day.
Are Saturdays and Sundays off-peak in Spain?
Yes. Under the 2.0TD rules, both days use the valley period for energy and power charges.
Are all public holidays off-peak all day?
No. The rule excludes regional, local, replaceable, and non-fixed national holidays.
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Sources
- Red Eléctrica, PVPC and official time periods. Accessed 26 October 2026.
- BOE, CNMC Circular 3/2020. Published 24 January 2020. Consolidated text accessed 26 October 2026.
- CNMC, guide to 2.0TD bills and free-market contracts. Published 31 May 2021.
- CNMC, QR codes and links on electricity bills. Published 2 July 2021.
- CNMC, energy comparison tools. Accessed 26 October 2026.
