Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected on this day. Although the afternoon high tide will reach around 19.4 ft, the barometric pressure remains notably higher (approximately 1010 hPa) than the historical low-pressure floods, and NOAA’s flood likelihood forecast is at 0%.
WHEN
Highest tide period around mid-to-late afternoon (approximately 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM PST).
IMPACTS
• No flooding anticipated along beaches or low-lying areas.
• Normal daily activities are expected to proceed without disruption from flood-related issues.
Comparing this to the severe event of 12/27/2022 (Category 5, 22.3 ft tide, ~978 hPa), today’s tide is lower and the pressure is much higher, resulting in minimal flood risk. NOAA data further supports a 0% flood likelihood.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding. Despite tide levels reaching near 19.3 ft late in the day, barometric pressure at around 1013.8 hPa remains well above the critical low-pressure threshold. NOAA again reports a 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Peak tide near 6:00 PM PST.
IMPACTS
• No expected flooding of coastal roads or neighborhoods.
• Minimal concern for overtopping or inundation in low-lying properties.
Historically, Category 3 or higher has involved lower barometric pressure or significantly higher tides (20+ ft). Present conditions do not align with these factors, and NOAA’s forecast remains consistently low for this date.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flood impacts are anticipated. While the tide may approach 19.2 ft in the early evening, barometric pressure readings around 1011 hPa and a 0% NOAA flood likelihood keep the risk negligible.
WHEN
Highest tides between 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PST.
IMPACTS
• No expected flooding of low-lying shore areas.
• Normal coastal recreation and activities should be unaffected.
Comparisons with past flooding events, such as 12/27/2022 (Category 5) and 01/07/2022 (Category 4), show that those had significantly lower barometric pressures (far below 1000 hPa). Because current pressures remain well above 992.8 hPa, the likelihood of coastal inundation is very 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.