Riverside Public Utilities peak
& off-peak hours
Below is every active TOU rate plan we track for Riverside Public Utilities — 3 plans — with period boundaries verified against the published tariff. No price values; periods only.
Rate Plans
D-TOU Domestic Time-of-Use Service
Residential| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-Peak | Jun 1 – Sep 30 | Every day | 6 AM – 2 PM |
| On-Peak | Jun 1 – Sep 30 | Every day | 2 PM – 7 PM |
| Mid-Peak | Jun 1 – Sep 30 | Every day | 7 PM – 11 PM |
| Mid-Peak | Oct 1 – May 31 | Every day | 6 AM – 4 PM |
| On-Peak | Oct 1 – May 31 | Every day | 4 PM – 9 PM |
| Mid-Peak | Oct 1 – May 31 | Every day | 9 PM – 11 PM |
EV Domestic Electric Vehicle Separately Metered
EV| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-Peak | Jun 1 – Sep 30 | Every day | 6 AM – 2 PM |
| On-Peak | Jun 1 – Sep 30 | Every day | 2 PM – 7 PM |
| Mid-Peak | Jun 1 – Sep 30 | Every day | 7 PM – 11 PM |
| Mid-Peak | Oct 1 – May 31 | Every day | 6 AM – 4 PM |
| On-Peak | Oct 1 – May 31 | Every day | 4 PM – 9 PM |
| Mid-Peak | Oct 1 – May 31 | Every day | 9 PM – 11 PM |
TOU Large General and Industrial Service
Industrial| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-Peak | Jun 1 – Sep 30 | Mon–Fri | 8 AM – 12 PM |
| On-Peak | Jun 1 – Sep 30 | Mon–Fri | 12 PM – 6 PM |
| Mid-Peak | Jun 1 – Sep 30 | Mon–Fri | 6 PM – 11 PM |
| Mid-Peak | Oct 1 – May 31 | Mon–Fri | 8 AM – 5 PM |
| On-Peak | Oct 1 – May 31 | Mon–Fri | 5 PM – 9 PM |
Use these Riverside Public Utilities hours in your app.
Current period and next transition for any ZIP or address.
FAQ's
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What are Riverside Public Utilities's on-peak hours?
On the D-TOU plan (Domestic Time-of-Use Service), on-peak hours run from 2 PM – 7 PM and 4 PM – 9 PM every day. All remaining hours are classified as off-peak.
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Does Riverside Public Utilities charge more for electricity at certain times?
Yes. Riverside Public Utilities offers time-of-use (TOU) rate plans where electricity costs vary depending on the period. The period—peak, off-peak, mid-peak, or super off-peak—depends on the time, day, and season. This page lists boundaries for 3 active schedules; tou.tools does not publish pricing ($/kWh) details.
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How do I get Riverside Public Utilities time-of-use periods in my app?
Schedules are accessible programmatically via the tou.tools REST API and MCP server for AI agents. By querying a U.S. address or ZIP code, your application can instantly retrieve the current period and next scheduled transition time. Developer API keys are free.
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Do Riverside Public Utilities time-of-use hours change during holidays or seasons?
Yes. Peak hours and rate periods can vary by season (typically summer and winter halves) and special holidays. While some schedules like E-ELEC keep stable hours year-round, others introduce super off-peak windows or adjust peak times. Check each rate plan card above for specific seasonal boundaries.
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What is the best time to charge an EV under Riverside Public Utilities's plans?
For customers on EV-specific plans like EV, the most cost-effective time to charge is during super off-peak or off-peak hours. Charging during these designated windows significantly reduces electricity costs and minimizes demand on the grid.