Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is anticipated. High tide levels are elevated but remain well below the historically critical 21 ft threshold, and barometric pressure is quite high, reducing the risk of coastal flooding.
WHEN
Overall low risk throughout the day, with highest tide near early morning (around 04:42 AM) not expected to exceed 19.24 ft.
IMPACTS
No notable impacts expected; normal coastal conditions with minimal to no flooding in low-lying areas.
Barometric pressures (above 1024 hPa) are significantly higher than those recorded during historical flood events. NOAA’s flood likelihood is listed as 0.0% for 2026-01-15, further indicating very low potential for flooding. Compared with past Category 3 or higher flood events, today’s lower tide heights and higher pressure suggest no practical flood risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Conditions remain stable with no risk of flooding. Despite high tide nearing the upper teens (about 19.59 ft), pressure above 1026 hPa lowers the probability of any flooding concerns.
WHEN
Highest tide occurs early morning (around 05:12 AM), remaining below critical thresholds.
IMPACTS
No anticipated flooding or property impacts. Regular coastal activity should remain unaffected.
Historically, damaging floods required both low barometric pressure and tide heights exceeding 21 ft. Both conditions remain unmet for 2026-01-16. NOAA’s flood likelihood is 0.1%, consistent with no appreciable flood threat.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected on this day. Tides reach roughly 19.77 ft in the morning hours, but barometric pressure remains high at around 1028+ hPa.
WHEN
Highest tide is near 05:42 AM, with no indication of significant flooding.
IMPACTS
Little to no impacts on shoreline or low-lying roads. Normal tidal fluctuations anticipated.
Despite a slightly higher tide on January 17 compared to Days 1 and 2, the tide is still below 21 ft. Coupled with NOAA’s low flood likelihood (0.3%) and elevated barometric pressure, there is no substantial threat of 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.