Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No coastal flooding is expected. Barometric pressure remains high (around 1024–1026 hPa), and although the tide will reach around 19.2 ft, these conditions are not sufficient to produce flooding.
WHEN
Highest tide near 04:42 AM PST.
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts anticipated in shoreline areas. Normal coastal conditions are expected.
• Compared to historical events that reached Category 4 or higher, today’s barometric pressure is much higher, and tide heights are lower than critical levels seen in past flooding.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood for 1/15 is labeled “Low,” with a 0.0% likelihood of flooding, further confirming no immediate risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No coastal flooding is expected. Tide heights (near 19.5 ft) are below thresholds seen in more serious historical events, and the barometric pressure remains high (above 1026 hPa).
WHEN
Highest tide near 05:12 AM PST.
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts anticipated. Coastline and low-lying areas should remain unaffected.
• Historically, Category 4 or 5 coast-flood events have featured significantly lower pressure (near or below ~1002 hPa) and higher tides (often over 20 ft). Neither condition is present.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood for 1/16 is “Low” at 0.1%.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides may reach about 19.7 ft, but very high barometric pressure near 1027+ hPa keeps any flood risk low.
WHEN
Highest tide near 05:42 AM PST and another elevated tide near mid-afternoon.
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts anticipated. Even in low-lying areas near the coast, conditions are not expected to exceed normal high-tide impacts.
• Comparison with Category 3 or higher historical events—such as 01/06/2025 (20.68 ft, lower pressure, and higher NOAA flood likelihood)—shows current conditions are less conducive to flooding.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood for 1/17 remains “Low” at 0.3%.
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.