El Paso Electric peak
& off-peak hours in Texas
Below is every active TOU rate plan El Paso Electric offers in Texas — 8 plans — with period boundaries verified against the published tariff. No price values; periods only.
El Paso Electric also serves New Mexico — or view all states.
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01 Schedule No. 01 Residential Service - Alternative Time-of-Day
Residential| Period | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 1 – Sep 30 | ||
| On-Peak | Mon–Fri | 2 PM – 7 PM |
22 Schedule No. 22 Irrigation Service - Alternative Time-of-Day
Agricultural| Period | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 1 – Sep 30 | ||
| On-Peak | Mon–Fri | 2 PM – 6 PM |
02 Schedule No. 02 Small General Service - Alternative Time-of-Day
Commercial| Period | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 1 – Sep 30 | ||
| On-Peak | Mon–Fri | 2 PM – 7 PM |
11 Schedule No. 11 Municipal Pumping Service
Commercial| Period | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 1 – Sep 30 | ||
| Mid-Peak | Mon–Fri | 12 PM – 2 PM |
| On-Peak | Mon–Fri | 2 PM – 6:01 PM |
| Mid-Peak | Mon–Fri | 6:01 PM – 8 PM |
24 Schedule No. 24 General Service - Alternative Time-of-Day
Commercial| Period | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 1 – Sep 30 | ||
| On-Peak | Mon–Fri | 2 PM – 7 PM |
EVC Schedule No. EVC Electric Vehicle Charging
EV| Period | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| All year | ||
| Super Off-Peak | Every day | 12 AM – 8 AM |
| Jun 1 – Sep 30 | ||
| On-Peak | Mon–Fri | 2 PM – 7 PM |
25 Schedule No. 25 Large Power Service
Industrial| Period | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 1 – Sep 30 | ||
| On-Peak | Mon–Fri | 2 PM – 7 PM |
31 Schedule No. 31 Military Reservation Service
Industrial| Period | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 1 – Sep 30 | ||
| On-Peak | Mon–Fri | 2 PM – 7 PM |
Use these El Paso Electric hours in your app.
Current period and next transition for any ZIP or address.
FAQ's
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What are El Paso Electric's on-peak hours in Texas?
On the 01 plan (Schedule No. 01 Residential Service - Alternative Time-of-Day), on-peak hours run from 2 PM – 7 PM on weekdays. All remaining hours are classified as off-peak.
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Does El Paso Electric charge more for electricity at certain times in Texas?
Yes. El Paso Electric 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 8 active schedules; tou.tools does not publish pricing ($/kWh) details.
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How do I get El Paso Electric 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 El Paso Electric 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 El Paso Electric's plans in Texas?
For customers on EV-specific plans like EVC, 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.