Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is anticipated, even though tides will peak around 20.2 ft in the morning. Barometric pressure remains relatively high (~1016.86 hPa), and NOAA’s flood likelihood is only 2.2%.
WHEN
Highest tide near 09:24 PST.
IMPACTS
No flooding issues are expected. Normal coastal activities should be unaffected.
• Compared to historical Category 3 events, the NOAA likelihood here is significantly lower (2.2% vs. 8–11% in past Category 3s).
• Barometric pressures remain well above the critical low (~992 hPa) typically associated with severe flooding.
• Winds are light and not from a westerly direction that might push water onshore.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. The highest tide (~19.8 ft) occurs midday with barometric pressure around 1019.35 hPa, which is far above the low-pressure benchmark for flood concerns. NOAA flood likelihood is extremely low at 0.4%.
WHEN
Peak tide around 09:54 PST.
IMPACTS
No coastal flooding is forecast; regular activities along the shoreline are unlikely to be impacted.
• While tides approach levels seen in some past moderate events, barometric pressure is much higher, reducing flood potential.
• Historical comparisons show that substantially lower pressures and higher NOAA flood percentages were involved in Category 3–5 events.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flood risk is anticipated. The morning high tide (~19.3 ft) pairs with a modest barometric pressure of ~1018.4 hPa. NOAA indicates a 0.0% flood likelihood for the day.
WHEN
Highest tide near 10:30 PST.
IMPACTS
Coastal locations remain safe from flooding. No special precautions required beyond normal awareness.
• Although 19 ft tides are relatively high, the absence of low pressure (well above 992 hPa) and NOAA’s zero-percent flood likelihood confirm minimal flood threat.
• Winds remain moderate and are not the onshore-flow type historically linked to coastal 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.