Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No coastal flooding is expected. High tides will reach approximately 19.8 feet overnight and in the early afternoon, but the barometric pressure remains well above the critical low threshold, and NOAA’s flood likelihood is 0.0%.
WHEN
Highest tides occur near 02:00 AM and again around mid-afternoon on May 25.
IMPACTS
No significant flooding impacts are anticipated. Typical higher-than-normal water levels may be observed, but no inundation of roadways or low-lying areas is expected.
• Barometric pressure near 1009–1010 hPa is considerably higher than the severe flood reference of 992.8 hPa or lower.
• NOAA’s analysis for 2025-05-25 indicates no flood likelihood, consistent with historical Category 1–2 events.
• Comparisons to past Category 3 or 4 events show higher NOAA flood likelihood and/or much lower barometric pressure were present in those cases, which is not the situation here.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Again, no notable risk of flooding is projected. Tides could approach 19.8–19.9 feet, still paired with moderate barometric pressure readings above 1010 hPa. NOAA continues to indicate a 0.0% flood likelihood for the day.
WHEN
Highest tides will occur near 02:36 AM and late afternoon to early evening on May 26.
IMPACTS
No property damage or roadway flooding is expected. Conditions should remain typical for a moderately high tide event.
• Barometric pressure is forecast around 1010–1012 hPa, providing further buffer against any significant storm surge or coastal flooding.
• Historically, Category 3 or higher flood events often involved combinations of low pressure (below ~1002 hPa) and higher flood likelihood per NOAA. Neither condition is met here.
• Wind speeds and directions are not expected to exacerbate tidal effects; thus, the risk remains very low.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Despite tides potentially reaching near 20.1 feet, the barometric pressure is still well above flood-trigger thresholds, and NOAA reports a 0.0% chance of flooding.
WHEN
Highest risk period is around 03:18 AM and especially near 18:12 (6:12 PM) on May 27.
IMPACTS
No measurable flooding impacts expected. Water levels will be high but remain below levels historically associated with even moderate flooding.
• The observed barometric pressure near 1009 hPa, while a bit lower than Day 1 and Day 2, is still nowhere near ~992.8 hPa—historically a key indicator for more severe events.
• Previous Category 3+ flood events included significantly lower pressure or a much higher NOAA flooding likelihood, which is not indicated here.
• Winds remain relatively light and are not forecast to drive additional surge.
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, but based on current data, no flood impacts are expected in the next three days.
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.