Electricity prices Sunday, 9 Mar 2025

Electricity Prices in Sweden: Today's and Tomorrow's Forecast

Today, March 9, 2025, we have seen a varying electricity price landscape throughout the day in Sweden. During the early morning hours, prices ranged between 19 and 20 öre per kWh. Prices then gradually increased during the day, reaching their highest value of 140 öre per kWh between 18:00 and 18:59. For tomorrow, March 10, 2025, prices are expected to rise slightly with an average price of about 38 öre per kWh during the early hours, later peaking at 125 öre per kWh between 08:00 and 08:59.

Cheapest and Most Expensive Hours Today

The cheapest hour today occurred between 12:00 and 12:59, when the electricity price was only 3 öre per kWh. During this hour, for example, you could shower for 13 öre, take a bath for 20 öre, or do the dishes for 5 öre. Charging an electric car during this hour cost 202 öre. Computer gaming cost only 1 öre.

The most expensive hour today was between 18:00 and 18:59, when the electricity price rose to 140 öre per kWh. During this hour, it cost 843 öre to take a bath, 210 öre to do the dishes, and a whopping 8439 öre to charge an electric car. Playing games on the computer cost 70 öre.

Tomorrow: An Overview

For tomorrow, electricity prices are expected to start at 38 öre per kWh and reach their peak at 125 öre per kWh between 08:00 and 08:59. This means that households should plan energy-intensive activities during the cheaper hours of the day, especially during the night and early morning hours.

Tips for Energy Use

To save money on your electricity bill, it may be wise to wash dishes and do laundry during the cheaper hours of the day. Charging the electric car overnight can also contribute to significant cost savings. For those looking to save even more, the best time for energy-intensive activities is between 12:00 and 12:59 today.

Fun Facts About Electricity Prices

If we had experienced the lowest electricity price all year, it would have cost only 608 kronor to heat a normal-sized house of 160 sqm. However, with the highest prices, the same heating would cost 25,317 kronor. This shows how important it is to keep track of electricity prices and plan energy use accordingly.

The Role of Electricity Companies

Electricity companies play a crucial role in balancing supply and demand in the electricity market. They are constantly working to optimize production and distribution to keep prices as stable as possible. However, with an increasing share of renewable energy in the mix, price variations can become larger depending on weather conditions and other factors.

Final Thoughts

Staying updated on electricity prices and adjusting your habits can lead to significant savings. With today's technology and smart energy meters, it's easier than ever to optimize your energy consumption. So why not take the opportunity to save both money and the environment by planning your energy use more wisely?