Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Tides will peak around 18.9 ft in the evening, but barometric pressure remains relatively moderate at approximately 1015–1016 hPa, and NOAA’s forecast indicates a 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Peak tide near 21:42 PDT on 2025-08-16.
IMPACTS
No significant flooding concerns. Low-lying coastal areas are unlikely to experience flooding conditions under these tides and pressures.
Historical Category 3–5 events typically involve tide heights exceeding 20 ft combined with much lower barometric pressure (<1006 hPa). Today’s maximum tide, while moderately high, is below that threshold. Winds from the south are around 10 mph and should not significantly exacerbate water levels.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flood risk anticipated. The highest tide is expected to reach about 17.5 ft by early afternoon, with a barometric pressure near 1012–1013 hPa.
WHEN
Peak tide near 13:24 PDT on 2025-08-17.
IMPACTS
No observable flooding. Conditions remain stable, with no factors (such as extremely low pressure or very high tides) indicating flood potential.
Compared to historical Category 3 events (which featured tides above 17 ft but also a confirmed NOAA flood likelihood), NOAA gives a 0% chance of flooding for Day 2. Wind speeds remain modest, further reducing flood concerns.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding expected, despite lower barometric pressure readings (around 1005–1006 hPa). Tides will reach roughly 18.3 ft in the afternoon, still below typical critical flood levels.
WHEN
Peak tide near 14:42 PDT on 2025-08-18.
IMPACTS
Coastal flooding is unlikely. Low-lying areas and waterfronts should not see inundation beyond normal high-tide conditions.
Historically, Category 3 or higher risk has been associated with either tide heights near 20 ft or lower pressures (below ~1002 hPa), often accompanied by stronger onshore winds. Although the pressure is somewhat on the lower end compared to the previous two days, NOAA's official outlook remains at a 0% flood likelihood, aligning with no notable flood 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 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.