Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 4
WHAT
Flooding is likely along low-lying coastal areas. Tides are forecast to reach around 20.53 ft during the morning high tide, with barometric pressure in the low 1011 hPa range. While significant property damage is not anticipated, minor inundation of shorelines, roads, and parking lots is possible.
WHEN
Highest tides and flood risk periods are generally in the early to mid-morning (around 8:30 AM–9:30 AM PST) and again in the evening (around 8:00 PM–9:00 PM PST).
IMPACTS
• Minor flooding of roads near the waterfront.
• Possible brief closures or restricted access to low-lying areas.
• Coastal walkways and parking areas may experience standing water.
• Compared to the 12/18/2024 Category 4 event (tide ~20.59 ft, pressure 1016.1 hPa), the 2026-01-08 tide is similarly high (~20.53 ft) but with slightly lower barometric pressure (~1011.8 hPa).
• NOAA indicates a “High” flood likelihood of 9.3% for 2026-01-08, comparable to past Category 4 conditions.
• Winds are relatively light (generally below 10 mph from a southerly direction), which reduces wave amplification but does not eliminate the moderate flooding potential.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Close to a flood event, worth monitoring. Tides near 20.20 ft are expected, and barometric pressure is around 1018 hPa. Flooding damage is unlikely under these conditions, but localized standing water during peak tides is possible.
WHEN
The largest tide occurs during the morning hours (roughly 9:00 AM–10:00 AM PST), with a smaller evening high tide around 9:00 PM–10:00 PM PST.
IMPACTS
• Minor water on low-lying roads or walkways is possible.
• Reduced impacts compared to Day 1, with less overall flooding concern.
• Historically, Category 3 events have occurred with similar tide heights around or just above 20 ft combined with moderate-to-high pressure.
• NOAA reports a “Low” flood likelihood of 2.2% for this date, reinforcing the lower risk compared to Day 1.
• Winds remain generally light and from the south/southwest, which further limits flood potential.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flood risk is expected on this day. Tides will be slightly under 20 ft (about 19.8 ft peak), and barometric pressure remains near 1018 hPa. NOAA indicates a very low flood likelihood.
WHEN
Peak tide occurs mid-morning (about 9:30 AM–10:30 AM PST), and a second, lower high tide late at night.
IMPACTS
• No notable flooding concerns anticipated.
• Normal tidal fluctuations may produce minor coastal ponding, but no damage is expected.
• The maximum tide is below the levels typically associated with minor coastal flooding.
• NOAA’s forecast suggests only a 0.4% flood likelihood, consistent with no practical flood impacts.
• Winds remain generally calm, with no additional factors elevating the flood risk.
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.