Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No coastal flooding is expected. The forecasted tide reaches around 18.7 ft, which is notably below historical flood-producing thresholds. Barometric pressure is around 999 hPa, well above the critical 992.8 hPa benchmark.
WHEN
The highest levels occur near 12:00 PM and again at approximately 11:00 PM to midnight local time, but are unlikely to cause flooding.
IMPACTS
• No significant flooding impacts anticipated.
• Normal beach and shoreline conditions.
Historical Category 3 and above events typically involve tides above 20 ft coupled with lower pressures (close to or below 992.8 hPa). For instance, the Category 5 event of 12/27/2022 reached over 22 ft with barometric pressure near 978.4 hPa. In contrast, NOAA’s official flood likelihood for 07/03 remains at 0.0%, with nearly 2+ meters clearance below the flood threshold. Consequently, conditions match a Category 2 (no risk of flooding).
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. The day’s peak tide level (about 18.3 ft) remains below major flood thresholds, and barometric pressure is near 999.8–1000 hPa, indicating moderate, not severe, conditions.
WHEN
Highest tide near mid-afternoon (1:00–2:00 PM) and late evening (around 11:30 PM), still remaining below levels that have historically caused flooding.
IMPACTS
• No coastal flooding impacts.
• Recreational beachgoers should not anticipate flooding concerns.
Despite tides approaching the high teens (ft), barometric pressure is not sufficiently low to raise concerns. NOAA reports 0.0% flood likelihood. No indications of a scenario comparable to higher-category historical events (e.g., 12/27/2022).
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding risk noted. Although morning tides are lower (max around 16–17 ft) than Day 1 or 2, barometric pressure dips slightly to around 996 hPa—still above the critical range tied to significant flooding.
WHEN
Peaks are expected in the mid-morning hours (around 9:00 AM) and early afternoon (1:00–3:00 PM), but remain well under dangerous thresholds.
IMPACTS
• No flooding issues are anticipated.
• Routine marine conditions along the shoreline.
The barometric pressure, while somewhat lower, remains well above 992.8 hPa. NOAA’s official outlook continues at 0.0% flood probability, confirming that coastal flooding is unlikely. Water levels do not align with any of the more severe historical flood profiles.
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.