Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No coastal flooding is expected. While one of the higher tides—reaching around 19.7 ft near 9:00 PM—may sound concerning, barometric pressure remains above the historically critical low level, and NOAA has issued a low (0%) flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tide around 9:00 PM local time on 2025-05-01.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding impacts are anticipated. Low-lying areas should remain clear of any floodwaters.
• Barometric pressure near 1006–1007 hPa, which is significantly higher than the low-pressure events that have caused flooding in the past.
• Tide heights, while elevated, are below the levels observed during previous Category 3–4 events.
• NOAA’s flood likelihood for 2025-05-01 is 0.0%, further supporting minimal risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Again, no flood-risk conditions are forecast, even though high tide reaches approximately 19.4 ft near 10:00 PM. Pressure remains sufficiently high, and official projections indicate a 0.0% probability of flooding.
WHEN
Peak tide near 10:00 PM local time on 2025-05-02.
IMPACTS
No significant flooding or inundation is expected.
• Comparative historical data shows that tides over 20 ft accompanied by much lower pressures have caused mild to moderate flooding, but these criteria are not met here.
• Barometric pressure of around 1009 hPa helps keep conditions stable.
• NOAA declares the flood likelihood “Low” at 0.0%.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is projected, despite tide heights approaching around 19.2 ft near evening. Pressures remain well above the critical threshold, and there is no indication of significant wind or surge that would elevate flooding risk.
WHEN
Highest tide near 11:00 PM local time on 2025-05-03 (though earlier high tides, such as around 8:00 AM and 5:24 PM, are also below flooding thresholds).
IMPACTS
No material flood impacts are expected in coastal or low-lying areas.
• Barometric pressure is around 1004 hPa—still considerably higher than the ~992 hPa range observed in historical flood events.
• NOAA’s official forecast again shows 0.0% flood likelihood.
• Wind directions are not from the west or northwest at high speeds, thereby reducing the chance of wind-driven coastal flooding.
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
Categories 1-2: No risk of flooding.
Category 3: Close to a flood event and worth monitoring.
Category 4: Flooding is likely however, it is uncertain if this will cause major property damage.
Category 5: Likely to flood and cause property damage.
Categories 6-7: Extremely high risk of flooding and property damage.