Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
We may see a higher-than-normal tide (approximately 18.6 ft) in the evening, accompanied by a moderately low barometric pressure (~1002 hPa). While this is close to a flood event, it is unlikely to cause significant property damage.
WHEN
From late afternoon into the evening, peaking around 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM local time, with the highest tides expected near 9:18 PM–9:30 PM PST.
IMPACTS
• Minor flooding in very low-lying coastal areas
• Possible brief inundation of beach access points or coastal walkways
• No major property impacts anticipated
Historically, tidal heights below about 19 ft with barometric pressures above the mid-990s hPa range have generally resulted in minor or no significant property issues in Redondo Beach. By comparison, this projected tide height and pressure combination aligns most closely with past Category 3 events (e.g., 12/27/2023), indicating a situation worth monitoring but not expected to produce major damage.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
A slightly lower tide peak (about 18.1 ft) than Day 1, though barometric pressure is also expected to be somewhat lower (~1000–1001 hPa). Overall, conditions remain near the threshold for minor coastal flooding but should not lead to notable damage.
WHEN
Midday tide peaks occur around 11:24 AM, and the evening high tide surfaces close to 9:54 PM–10:00 PM local time. The evening tide is expected to be the higher of the two.
IMPACTS
• Minor splash-over likely around coastal promenades
• Low-lying beach and park areas could see isolated water coverage
• Negligible or no structural damage expected
NOAA’s latest flood likelihood for 2025-08-01 is rated low (0% flood chance), which helps confirm that while the tide is worth watching, significant flooding is not anticipated. Historically, Category 3 conditions in this tide/pressure range have not resulted in extensive property damage.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
An evening high tide near 17.7 ft arrives alongside the lowest forecasted barometric pressure of the three-day period (~998 hPa). The reduced pressure slightly increases concern, keeping conditions at a watch level, but the tide height itself remains modest compared to more severe historical floods.
WHEN
The highest tide will likely occur around 10:30 PM to 11:00 PM local time.
IMPACTS
• Minor roadway or parking lot ponding near the immediate waterfront
• Isolated flooding of beach entrances or ramps
• No major structural impacts expected
NOAA’s flood likelihood for 2025-08-02 remains low (0% chance). Even though the barometric pressure dips below 1000 hPa, the tide height is still not high enough to push this beyond a close-to-flood event. Past severe or damaging floods (Category 4+) typically involved tide heights of around 19–20+ ft combined with significantly lower pressure (<992.8 hPa).
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.