Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Coastal conditions are close to a minor flood event during the late evening, with tides peaking around 19.66 ft. Barometric pressure is relatively moderate (approx. 1007.85 hPa), which reduces but does not eliminate the potential for minor inundation in low-lying areas near shorelines.
WHEN
Highest tides and potential minor flooding risk from about 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM PDT on 2025-06-30.
IMPACTS
• Minor saltwater inundation in low-lying coastal spots is possible.
• Parks, beaches, and roadways immediately adjacent to the shoreline may experience brief water coverage.
• Widespread or significant property damage is not anticipated at this time.
Although the tide is high, the pressure is not critically low. Historical Category 3 events (e.g., 12/27/2023) had similar or slightly lower barometric pressures and comparable tide heights. Winds from the north (about 9 mph) are not as strong or onshore-directed as in previous, more severe events, further limiting the flood extent.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Projected maximum tides are around 15.5 ft, which remains below typical flood thresholds, even though one midday reading shows a modestly lower pressure near 998 hPa.
WHEN
No significant high-tide flood threats are forecast during this day.
IMPACTS
• No notable coastal flooding impacts.
• Normal tidal fluctuations with negligible inundation concerns.
NOAA’s Flood Likelihood for 2025-07-01 is 0.0%. Historical reference points show that tides below approximately 17 ft rarely present flood concerns, especially when barometric pressure and winds are not extreme.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
A late-evening high tide of about 19.07 ft coincides with relatively low barometric pressure near 993.75 hPa. Conditions are close to a minor flood event limit, warranting monitoring but not indicating severe flooding.
WHEN
Potential highest concern from about 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM PDT on 2025-07-02, near peak tide.
IMPACTS
• Minor shoreline flooding possible.
• Brief inundation of very low-lying spots near the water’s edge.
• Little to no risk of major property damage is anticipated.
These conditions are slightly less intense than a documented Category 4 event on 01/07/2022, which involved a similar tide (19.25 ft) but slightly lower pressure (around 992.8 hPa). NOAA indicates a low overall flood likelihood (0.0%) for 2025-07-02, keeping this in the moderate watch range rather than a higher category.
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.