Xcel Energy peak
& off-peak hours in Minnesota
Below is every active TOU rate plan Xcel Energy offers in Minnesota — 12 plans — with period boundaries verified against the published tariff. No price values; periods only.
Xcel Energy also serves North Dakota · South Dakota — or view all states.
Rate Plans
MN-A02 Residential Time of Day Service
Residential| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 9 AM – 9 PM |
MN-A72 Residential Time of Use Service
Residential| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 6 PM – 9 PM |
| Super Off-Peak | All year | Every day | 12 AM – 6 AM |
| Mid-Peak | All year | Every day | 6 AM – 12 AM |
MN-A12 Small General Time of Day Service
Commercial| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 9 AM – 9 PM |
MN-A15 General Time of Day Service
Commercial| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 9 AM – 9 PM |
MN-A24 Peak Controlled Time of Day Service
Commercial| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 9 AM – 9 PM |
MN-A08 Residential Electric Vehicle Service
EV| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 9 AM – 9 PM |
MN-A79 Residential EV Accelerate At Home Pay As You Go (BYOC)
EV| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 3 PM – 8 PM |
| Super Off-Peak | All year | Every day | 12 AM – 6 AM |
| Mid-Peak | All year | Every day | 6 AM – 12 AM |
MN-A80 Residential EV Accelerate At Home Pay As You Go (Bundled)
EV| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 3 PM – 8 PM |
| Super Off-Peak | All year | Every day | 12 AM – 6 AM |
| Mid-Peak | All year | Every day | 6 AM – 12 AM |
MN-A82 Residential EV Accelerate At Home Subscription Service
EV| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 3 PM – 8 PM |
| Super Off-Peak | All year | Every day | 12 AM – 6 AM |
| Mid-Peak | All year | Every day | 6 AM – 12 AM |
MN-A94 Electric Service Public Charging Station Pilot
EV| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 3 PM – 8 PM |
| Super Off-Peak | All year | Every day | 12 AM – 6 AM |
| Mid-Peak | All year | Every day | 6 AM – 12 AM |
MN-A97 Very Large General Time of Day Service
Industrial| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 9 AM – 9 PM |
MN-A98 Very Large Peak Controlled Time of Day Service
Industrial| Period | Season | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Peak | All year | Mon–Fri | 9 AM – 9 PM |
Use these Xcel Energy hours in your app.
Current period and next transition for any ZIP or address.
FAQ's
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What are Xcel Energy's on-peak hours in Minnesota?
On the MN-A02 plan (Residential Time of Day Service), on-peak hours run from 9 AM – 9 PM on weekdays. All remaining hours are classified as off-peak.
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Does Xcel Energy charge more for electricity at certain times in Minnesota?
Yes. Xcel Energy 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 12 active schedules; tou.tools does not publish pricing ($/kWh) details.
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How do I get Xcel Energy 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 Xcel Energy 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 Xcel Energy's plans in Minnesota?
For customers on EV-specific plans like MN-A08, MN-A79, MN-A80, MN-A82, MN-A94, 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.