The “best” time depends on your routine, but practically, early morning or late afternoon works well for most people. Morning cleaning sets the tone for the day. There’s usually more natural light, so you can see dust and dirt better, and temperatures are cooler in hot climates, making physical work less tiring.
Late afternoon is also good if you’re not a morning person, especially for tasks like mopping, so floors dry before night. What you want to avoid is starting heavy cleaning very late at night, when noise and wet floors can disturb everyone and you’re already low on energy.
For people who work long hours, a small daily routine works better than a long weekly one – 10–15 minutes after waking up or before dinner. Decide one slot and stick to it. The real “best time” is when you can consistently show up without feeling angry at the schedule.
