Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
A relatively high tide near 20.4 ft is expected in the early morning hours. Barometric pressure remains fairly high (~1023 hPa), and NOAA indicates a low (4.9%) flood likelihood. These factors suggest we are close to a flood event worth monitoring, but widespread flooding or damage is unlikely.
WHEN
Peak risk around the morning high tide, approximately 07:00 AM to 08:30 AM PST on 01/22.
IMPACTS
Minor inundation of very low-lying areas or beach parking lots is possible, but substantial property damage is not anticipated.
• Compared with the historical Category 3 event on 01/06/2025 (tide ~20.68 ft, barometric pressure ~1020 hPa, NOAA flood likelihood ~11%), this day’s tide is slightly lower and barometric pressure is higher, indicating less extreme conditions.
• NOAA’s flood likelihood of 4.9% is considered “Low,” further supporting only minor flood concerns.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Another high tide approaching 20.5 ft is expected, with a moderate onshore wind possible. NOAA’s flood likelihood is labeled “High” at 7.9%, but that percentage, while higher than Day 1, still signals only a moderate overall risk when paired with a relatively high barometric pressure (~1023 hPa).
WHEN
Greatest flood concern around the peak morning tide from about 07:00 AM to 09:00 AM PST on 01/23.
IMPACTS
Flooding of beach access areas and low-lying coastal spots is possible. Some brief standing water on roads closest to the shoreline may occur, but widespread or significant property damage is not expected.
• Historically, Category 4 events (e.g., 12/18/2024) had similar tide heights but notably lower barometric pressures and higher NOAA flood likelihood.
• Conditions this day are less severe than those Category 4 benchmarks, keeping it in the Category 3 range.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
The high tide may reach about 20.4 ft again. However, barometric pressure is forecast to be very high (~1028 hPa), and NOAA rates the flood likelihood as “Low” at 3.8%. This indicates minimal risk of flooding.
WHEN
Morning high tide from around 07:30 AM to 09:00 AM PST on 01/24.
IMPACTS
No substantial flooding is anticipated. Typical tidal impacts near shorelines, but little to no inundation of property.
• Despite a tide height comparable to Days 1 and 2, the much higher barometric pressure and lower NOAA flood likelihood reduce the risk appreciably.
• Historically, tides around 20+ ft can be concerning, but the absence of low-pressure systems or strong winds supports a lower flood category this day.
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.