Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected for January 13. The highest tide is forecast to reach approximately 18.37 ft near midday, but the barometric pressure remains relatively high (around 1017.78 hPa). NOAA’s official flood likelihood is 0%, indicating minimal concern.
WHEN
Peak tide near 11:54 AM PST.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding impacts are anticipated. Low-lying and coastal areas should experience normal conditions.
Compared to Category 3 historical events (which often had lower barometric pressure and/or higher tide heights), today’s pressure is higher, and the tide does not exceed thresholds observed in flood events. In addition, NOAA’s forecast data for January 13 indicates no risk of coastal flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected for January 14. The tide will rise to about 18.62 ft early in the morning, but the barometric pressure of approximately 1017.52–1019.64 hPa remains favorable, leading to minimal flood potential.
WHEN
Main high tides around 04:06 AM and 12:42 PM PST.
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts are anticipated. Shorelines and low-lying roads are expected to remain clear.
Historically, Category 3 events required somewhat lower barometric pressure and tides above 20 ft. With a tide height remaining below these higher benchmarks—and with NOAA’s 0% flood likelihood—conditions do not align with a flooding scenario.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is forecast for January 15. Though the tide may approach about 19.24 ft early in the morning, the barometric pressure is notably high (near 1024.57–1024.68 hPa), which significantly reduces the potential for coastal flooding.
WHEN
Primary high tides near 04:42 AM and 01:30 PM PST.
IMPACTS
No significant impacts expected. Normal tidal fluctuations with minimal shoreline effect.
Although these tides are slightly higher than on previous days, the pressure is even higher, historically indicating minimal flood risk. By comparison, major past flooding events (e.g., 12/27/2022, Category 5) combined substantially lower pressure with higher tide levels. NOAA’s data confirms no immediate flood threat.
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.