Roanoke 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 | 142 hrs | 12,657 (21%) | Winter Storm |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 130 hrs | 12,428 (20%) | Hurricane Helene |
| Feb 16, 2016 | 59 hrs | 12,287 (20%) | Winter Storm |
| Dec 23, 2022 | 87 hrs | 8,376 (14%) | Strong Wind |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 56 hrs | 4,491 (7%) | Winter Storm |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Roanoke County recorded 786 distinct power outage events, averaging 4.4 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Roanoke County started February 12, 2025 (Winter Storm), lasting 142 hours and leaving up to 12,657 customers without power (21% of the county) at its peak.
May has historically been the worst month for outages in Roanoke County, with 101 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Roanoke County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 40th 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 Roanoke County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach County | D | 39th |
| James City County | C | 40th |
| Essex County | D | 39th |
| Mecklenburg County | C | 40th |
| Westmoreland County | C | 41st |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Roanoke County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Roanoke County recorded 786 outage events, averaging 4.4 hours each.
What is Roanoke County's reliability grade?
Roanoke County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 40th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Roanoke County?
The worst outage on record started February 12, 2025 (Winter Storm), lasting 142 hours and affecting up to 12,657 customers.