Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected. High tides will reach around 20.1 ft, but barometric pressure remains high (around 1020.6 hPa), greatly reducing flood risk.
WHEN
Highest tide near 07:30 AM PST.
IMPACTS
No substantial flood impacts are anticipated. Low-lying roads and shorelines should not experience any significant inundation under the current forecast conditions.
• Compared to a historical Category 3 event (01/06/2025) where tides were slightly higher (20.68 ft) and NOAA’s flood likelihood was much greater (over 11%), the 12/22/2025 tide is slightly lower and NOAA projects only a 2.1% flood likelihood.
• Barometric pressure is also higher than known flood-prone scenarios (well above the ~992–1002 hPa range often seen in more severe events).
• Wind conditions are moderate (southerly/southwesterly) and do not align with the more extreme wind speeds/directions that contributed to past Category 3 or 4 events.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected. Tides may reach near 20.2 ft; however, barometric pressure is forecast to be quite high (1021.1–1024 hPa), limiting flood potential.
WHEN
Highest tide around 08:00 AM PST; a second high tide in the late afternoon (around 17:54 PM) is lower.
IMPACTS
Minimal coastal impacts. Shoreline areas and roads are unlikely to flood.
• NOAA’s flood likelihood remains classified as “Low” at about 3.6%.
• Historical comparisons show that Category 3 or higher typically required either larger tides (near or above 20.6+ ft) combined with lower atmospheric pressures.
• Current wind speeds and direction are not conducive to pushing significant additional water onshore.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected. Estimated maximum tide reaching about 20.3 ft, but with even higher barometric pressure (~1026 hPa), further decreasing the risk of coastal flooding.
WHEN
Peak tide near 08:30 AM PST. Another high tide at 18:48 PM is lower overall.
IMPACTS
No notable flood impacts. Coastal roads and low-lying areas should remain clear under these projected conditions.
• NOAA’s flood likelihood remains at a low level, approximately 3.0%.
• This tide height is still below the more serious flooding thresholds observed in past Category 3 and 4 events.
• Winds from the south/southwest are not expected to create significant onshore surges.
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.