Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT High tides reaching about 20.0 ft are expected in the afternoon. However, barometric pressure remains high (above 1020 hPa), and NOAA’s flood likelihood is extremely low (0.5%). Based on historical comparisons, these conditions do not pose a risk for flooding.
WHEN Primarily around the afternoon high tide window (roughly 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM PST).
IMPACTS None anticipated. No substantial flooding is expected. Normal shoreline activities should proceed without interruption.
• Historical events reaching Category 3 and higher typically had significantly lower barometric pressures and higher NOAA flood likelihood.
• NOAA’s analysis for 2025-11-04 shows flood percent well below 1%, which is too low to suggest a notable flood threat.
• Winds are light and not from a direction known historically to exacerbate flooding at Redondo Beach.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Afternoon high tide near 20.0 ft once again, but the barometric pressure is even higher (about 1026 hPa). NOAA’s forecasted flood likelihood is 0.3%. No significant flooding is expected.
WHEN
Highest tide around mid-afternoon Wednesday (2:30 PM to 4:00 PM PST).
IMPACTS
No observed or expected flooding impact. Routine shoreline activity should not be affected.
• Compared with historical Category 3 or 4 events, current conditions show a much higher barometric pressure and far lower NOAA flood likelihood.
• Wind speeds remain moderate and not aligned with the strong onshore directions typically tied to higher-category flooding in this area.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Two notable high tides around dawn and late afternoon, peaking at or near 20.1 ft. Barometric pressure remains elevated (exceeding 1024 hPa). NOAA’s flood likelihood stands at only 0.8%. No flooding is expected.
WHEN
• Early Morning Tide: ~5:30 AM to 7:00 AM PST
• Afternoon Tide: ~3:30 PM to 5:00 PM PST
IMPACTS
No flood impacts anticipated. Ordinary day-to-day coastal activities remain unaffected.
• Historically, severe flooding in Redondo Beach has correlated with significantly lower barometric pressures (below ~992.8 hPa) combined with high tides over 21 ft.
• These forecasts do not meet those criteria. NOAA’s daily flood likelihood metrics are also too low to raise concerns.
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. Local authorities remain the best source for site-specific guidance.
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.