CFE Ends Electricity Discounts October 2025, DAC Tariff Applies

The Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE) offers special summer electricity discounts to customers in regions with extreme heat, specifically targeting those on tariffs 1C, 1D, 1E, 1F, and DAC, with average temperatures above 33 degrees Celsius. These discounts, active from March or May through October 2025, help reduce the financial burden caused by increased power use for cooling during hot months and are applied automatically, but will end in October 2025 when bills revert to normal rates. Customers must monitor their electricity consumption carefully, as exceeding limits can lead to being shifted to the more expensive High Consumption Domestic (DAC) tariff, potentially losing the discount; pensioners may qualify for additional relief. Additionally, CFE enforces strict policies on unpaid bills, cutting power service shortly after the due date if payments are not made, with reconnection requiring full payment of debts and fees. The CFE's summer discount program has also experienced recent tariff rule changes leading to some customers losing subsidies, highlighting the importance of understanding eligibility criteria and consumption limits. These measures reflect ongoing challenges in managing household energy costs amid rising demand during heat waves and grid stress.