Electricity price: these are the hours you should avoid on March 10 if you want to pay less for electricity
Is it worth using the washing machine? The electricity price for March 10 has already been published and reveals which hours will be the cheapest and most expensive to use appliances.
The Price of electricity in Spain is the data that many households check every day to decide when to use appliances and avoid overpaying on their electricity bill. For Tuesday, March 10, 2026, the cost of energy in Spain will show significant variations throughout the day.
According to data published by the Iberian Energy Market Operator (OMIE), the average price of electricity will reach 137.1 euros per megawatt hour (MWh).
This figure represents a variation of 1.467 % compared to the price recorded the previous day.
The differences between time slots will be significant, so choosing the right moment to use appliances like the washing machine, oven, or air conditioning can help reduce household energy costs.
The most expensive hours of electricity price on March 10
During the day on Tuesday, the cost of electricity will peak in the evening hours.
The most expensive time slot of the day will be between 20:00 and 21:00, when the price will reach 250 euros per MWh.
This timing coincides with when many people return home and use several appliances at the same time, increasing energy demand.
The five most expensive time slots of the day will be:
- 20:00 to 21:00: 250.0 euros/MWh
- 19:00 to 20:00: 205.27 euros/MWh
- 21:00 to 22:00: 203.54 euros/MWh
- 22:00 to 23:00: 174.47 euros/MWh
- 7:00 to 8:00: 168.89 euros/MWh
During these hours, it is recommended to avoid using high-consumption appliances, such as washing machines, electric ovens, or air conditioning systems.
The cheapest hours to use electricity
In contrast, the price of energy will be lower during midday.
The most economical time slot on Tuesday will be between 13:00 and 14:00, with a price of 95.1 euros per MWh.
This time of day will be the most convenient for using appliances if you are looking to save on your electricity bill.
The five cheapest hours will be:
- 13:00 to 14:00: 95.1 euros/MWh
- 14:00 to 15:00: 96.99 euros/MWh
- 12:00 to 13:00: 97.89 euros/MWh
- 11:00 to 12:00: 98.83 euros/MWh
- 15:00 to 16:00: 99.45 euros/MWh
Scheduling appliances during these time slots can reduce energy costs in the home.
For example, running the washing machine or using the electric oven during these hours can be more economical than doing so at night.
The price of electricity hour by hour
The price of electricity will have significant variations throughout the day.
These will be the approximate values per hour for Tuesday, March 10:
- 00:00 – 01:00 → 140.03 €/MWh
- 01:00 – 02:00 → 128.29 €/MWh
- 02:00 – 03:00 → 121.58 €/MWh
- 03:00 – 04:00 → 108.14 €/MWh
- 04:00 – 05:00 → 108.08 €/MWh
- 05:00 – 06:00 → 118.40 €/MWh
- 06:00 – 07:00 → 142.30 €/MWh
- 07:00 – 08:00 → 168.89 €/MWh
- 08:00 – 09:00 → 156.76 €/MWh
- 09:00 – 10:00 → 132.89 €/MWh
- 10:00 – 11:00 → 108.95 €/MWh
- 11:00 – 12:00 → 98.83 €/MWh
- 12:00 – 13:00 → 97.89 €/MWh
- 13:00 – 14:00 → 95.10 €/MWh
- 14:00 – 15:00 → 96.99 €/MWh
- 15:00 – 16:00 → 99.45 €/MWh
- 16:00 – 17:00 → 103.92 €/MWh
- 17:00 – 18:00 → 115.34 €/MWh
- 18:00 – 19:00 → 164.58 €/MWh
- 19:00 – 20:00 → 205.27 €/MWh
- 20:00 – 21:00 → 250.00 €/MWh
- 21:00 – 22:00 → 203.54 €/MWh
- 22:00 – 23:00 → 174.47 €/MWh
- 23:00 – 24:00 → 150.69 €/MWh
As observed, prices begin to rise in the afternoon and peak during the night.
The appliances that consume the most energy in the home
Controlling the usage schedule of certain appliances can make a big difference in the monthly electricity bill.
Among the appliances that consume the most energy in a household are:
Air conditioning
It is one of the devices with the highest energy demand. Whether in cooling or heating mode, prolonged use can represent a significant portion of the household's electricity consumption.
Electric heating
Radiators, electric heaters, and other heating systems consume large amounts of energy, especially during the winter months.
Electric oven
Using the oven at high temperatures for extended periods significantly increases electricity consumption.
Washing machine
Although current models are more efficient than previous generations, using high-temperature programs or washing with small loads can increase energy expenditure.
Planning the use of these appliances during the most economical hours of the day can help reduce the impact of electricity prices on the family budget.