Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Tide levels will briefly approach 20 ft around midday, but the barometric pressure is very high (around 1031 hPa), greatly reducing the chance of any coastal flooding. NOAA’s flood likelihood for the day is low (around 1.8%).
WHEN
Highest tide occurs near 12:00 PST.
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts are anticipated. Low-lying areas, roads, and beaches should remain unaffected.
Historically, tides near or just above 20 ft combined with much lower barometric pressure have produced Category 3 or higher events. In this case, the notably high pressure and very low NOAA flood likelihood indicate no substantial flooding risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Tides may reach around 19.98 ft near midday, but barometric pressure is forecast to be extremely high (about 1034 hPa). NOAA’s flood likelihood remains low (1.3%).
WHEN
Peak tide is projected around 12:48 PST.
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts are anticipated. Normal tidal fluctuations should prevail without affecting local infrastructure.
Despite elevated tidal levels, the absence of low-pressure systems and the minimal NOAA flood likelihood point to stable conditions. Historical Category 4–5 events typically require tides above 21 ft or notably lower barometric pressure.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected. Tide levels will be near 19.5–20 ft at their highest, with continued very high barometric pressure (about 1033–1034 hPa). NOAA’s flood likelihood is extremely low (0.2%).
WHEN
Highest risk window is around 13:36 PST, but still no actual flood risk anticipated.
IMPACTS
No coastal flooding concerns. Normal beach areas and low-lying roads should remain free of tidal inundation.
Past flood events of Category 3 or above typically coincide with lower barometric pressures and higher tides surpassing 21 ft. With neither condition met, these tides are not expected to produce flooding.
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.