Hoke County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · North Carolina
Worse than average — more frequent or longer outages than most counties. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2018 | 141 hrs | 10,102 (40%) | Hurricane Florence |
| Jan 22, 2016 | 50 hrs | 9,973 (39%) | Winter Storm |
| Oct 3, 2018 | 2 hrs | 7,099 (28%) | Unnamed event |
| Aug 7, 2023 | 8 hrs | 6,081 (24%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jan 16, 2022 | 34 hrs | 5,892 (23%) | Winter Weather |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Hoke County recorded 682 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Hoke County started September 15, 2018 (Hurricane Florence), lasting 141 hours and leaving up to 10,102 customers without power (40% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Hoke County, with 92 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Hoke County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 30th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
Sized for Hoke County's outage profile
See more picks in our Best Dual-Fuel Portable Generators for Power Outages roundup.
Champion Power Equipment 4375-Watt Dual Fuel RV Ready Portable Generator with Free 3-Year Warranty
Outage-prep kit
See our outage-prep guides or the North Carolina storm prep checklist.
Similar counties in North Carolina
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Hoke County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Harnett County | D | 31st |
| Guilford County | D | 30th |
| Robeson County | D | 29th |
| Catawba County | D | 28th |
| Bladen County | D | 28th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Hoke County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Hoke County recorded 682 outage events, averaging 2.9 hours each.
What is Hoke County's reliability grade?
Hoke County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 30th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Hoke County?
The worst outage on record started September 15, 2018 (Hurricane Florence), lasting 141 hours and affecting up to 10,102 customers.