Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
High tides near 20.2 ft are expected, combined with moderately low barometric pressure around 1005 hPa. This places conditions close to a flood event, but significant flooding or property damage is unlikely based on past data and NOAA’s 0% flood likelihood projection.
WHEN
Highest risk around the evening peak tide (~7:30 PM to 8:00 PM local time).
IMPACTS
• Possible minor inundation of very low-lying areas.
• Localized ponding on roads near the shoreline, but no major closures anticipated.
While the tide height is comparable to historical Category 3 events, NOAA forecasts a 0% flood likelihood, suggesting limited flood impacts. The barometric pressure is somewhat lower than typical fair-weather conditions but not low enough to strongly indicate widespread flooding. Light winds reduce the chance of additional storm surge.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Peak tide levels around 20.0 ft with barometric pressure ~1000–1001 hPa keep this day firmly in a “close to flood” scenario. Moderate vigilance is advised, with no major flooding anticipated.
WHEN
Late evening tide (around 8:00 PM) presents the highest water levels.
IMPACTS
• Minor flooding of beach access areas possible.
• Very low-lying roads and walkways may develop pooled water, but widespread issues are unlikely.
Although pressure is slightly lower than Day 1, NOAA still indicates a low 0% flood likelihood. Historical Category 4 events often involved either higher tide heights (above ~20.5 ft) or significantly lower barometric pressures near or below 992.8 hPa. Winds remain relatively light, mitigating the potential for an onshore push.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Tides up to ~19.9 ft under the lowest forecast barometric pressure of the three-day span (~997.5 hPa). Despite this drop in pressure, overall conditions remain just shy of typical Category 4 thresholds.
WHEN
Highest water levels expected near 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
IMPACTS
• Slightly increased risk of nuisance flooding in immediate coastal zones.
• No major impacts to infrastructure or property damage anticipated.
Historically, Category 4 events in this region involved either tides above ~20.5 ft or much lower pressures near 992 hPa or below. NOAA’s forecast again shows 0% likelihood of flooding. While lower pressure warrants attention, the prevailing calm wind conditions and tide forecasts do not suggest more severe impacts.
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; uncertain if there will be major property damage.
Category 5: Likely to flood and cause property damage.
Categories 6-7: Extremely high risk of flooding and property damage.