Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT No significant risk of flooding. Tides nearing 20 ft are expected, but the barometric pressure is high (over 1032 hPa), and NOAA’s flood likelihood is very low (2.0%). These conditions suggest no flooding is anticipated at this time.
*WHEN Highest tides around early morning (approximately 06:48 PST) and late afternoon.
IMPACTS No immediate impacts are anticipated. Low-lying areas should see no flooding issues.
Historical Category 3 events have involved tides above 20 ft combined with lower barometric pressure (near or below ~1020 hPa) and higher NOAA flood likelihood. In contrast, the barometric pressure for 2026-01-20 remains significantly higher (about 1032–1034 hPa), and NOAA’s data indicates minimal flood risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT No significant risk of flooding. Tides again approach 20 ft, but barometric pressure remains above 1029 hPa, and NOAA’s estimated flood likelihood is low (4.0%).
WHEN Highest tides around 02:06 PST and 17:54 PST.
IMPACTS No anticipated flooding impacts. Roads, parks, and shoreline areas should remain unaffected.
Although Day 2’s tide is similar to some historical Category 3 heights, the much higher barometric pressure and lower NOAA likelihood (compared with past closer-call events) indicate minimal concern. Conditions are expected to remain stable.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT No significant risk of flooding despite tides that may briefly exceed 20 ft. The barometric pressure is forecast around 1024 hPa, and NOAA’s flood likelihood (4.9%) remains low.
WHEN Highest tides in the early morning (~07:36 PST) and evening (~18:48 PST).
IMPACTS No flooding impacts are expected. Coastal zones and low-lying spots should experience only routine high-tide conditions.
While the Day 3 tide height approaches the lower end of some historical Category 3 events, the higher barometric pressure and low NOAA flood probability suggest a significantly reduced risk. This stands in clear contrast to past floods that featured much lower pressures and higher flood likelihood percentages.
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.