Montgomery County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Virginia
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 12, 2025 | 137 hrs | 22,393 (38%) | Winter Storm |
| Mar 24, 2018 | 139 hrs | 14,642 (25%) | Winter Storm |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 61 hrs | 6,722 (11%) | Winter Storm |
| Jun 10, 2021 | 0 hrs | 6,452 (11%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Oct 11, 2017 | 1 hrs | 6,308 (11%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Montgomery County recorded 781 distinct power outage events, averaging 4.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Montgomery County started February 12, 2025 (Winter Storm), lasting 137 hours and leaving up to 22,393 customers without power (38% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Montgomery County, with 80 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Montgomery County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 27th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Virginia
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Montgomery County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Lancaster County | D | 27th |
| Southampton County | D | 26th |
| Rockbridge County | D | 27th |
| Stafford County | D | 27th |
| Wise County | D | 28th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Montgomery County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Montgomery County recorded 781 outage events, averaging 4.9 hours each.
What is Montgomery County's reliability grade?
Montgomery County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 27th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Montgomery County?
The worst outage on record started February 12, 2025 (Winter Storm), lasting 137 hours and affecting up to 22,393 customers.