Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Tides are expected to reach roughly 19.25 ft in the late afternoon/early evening while barometric pressure remains around 1008.8 hPa. Although this tide level is relatively high, pressure conditions are not especially low, indicating that a significant flood event is unlikely.
WHEN
Peak water levels around 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM local time.
IMPACTS
Mainly minor impacts along low-lying and shoreline areas, with the potential for brief pooling of water. No major property damage is expected, but conditions merit watching the shoreline for any localized issues.
Compared with historical data (e.g., Category 3 events that had similar or slightly higher water levels but higher barometric pressure), today’s tide heights suggest being close to flood conditions but still below damaging thresholds. NOAA’s likelihood is listed as Low (0.0%), reinforcing only a minor concern.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Tides are anticipated to reach near 19.42 ft by late afternoon. Barometric pressure around that time is projected near 1005 hPa—lower than Day 1 but still well above the historically critical low-pressure thresholds.
WHEN
Highest water levels are expected around 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM local time.
IMPACTS
Slightly higher water levels than Day 1 could cause brief nuisance flooding in very low-lying spots. No notable or widespread property damage is forecast, but conditions are worth monitoring in areas prone to minor ponding or roadway water accumulation.
While the tide is moderate-to-high, the pressure is not low enough to escalate risk significantly. NOAA’s Flood Likelihood remains at 0.0%. Historically, more severe flood categories occur with tides at or above ~20 ft and significantly lower atmospheric pressure (near or below 992 hPa).
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Tides may reach up to approximately 19.56 ft in the early evening, with pressure projected around 1002–1003 hPa at the highest tide. Although lower pressure than the previous days, it remains substantially above the critical flooding benchmark of ~992 hPa.
WHEN
Peak tide level from roughly 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM local time.
IMPACTS
Minor flooding could occur around the usual susceptible spots at the waterfront, with slight ponding along unprotected low-lying zones. No substantial property damage is anticipated, but cautious observation is warranted.
Comparing similar historic tides in the 19 ft range, substantially lower barometric pressures were typically a key factor in bigger flood events. As NOAA’s official outlook continues to indicate a 0.0% flood likelihood, the risk of a damaging event remains low.
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.