Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Data indicates a higher-than-usual tide level (reaching around 20.48 ft) combined with moderate NOAA flood likelihood (7.9%). Barometric pressure is relatively high (~1022.85 hPa), which helps limit the severity, but conditions are still close enough to monitor.
WHEN
Flood potential is close to its peak around the morning high tide (near 08:00 PST).
IMPACTS
Minor flooding in low-lying shore areas is possible but is not expected to be severe. Nuisance-level water encroachment onto roads or parking areas near the waterfront may occur.
Compared to historical Category 3 events (e.g., 01/06/2025 with similar tide heights and somewhat lower pressure), current barometric pressure is higher and NOAA’s flood likelihood is a bit lower than previous Category 3 reference points. Nonetheless, the tide is fairly high, so this remains worth monitoring. Winds from the north are relatively light and are not likely to exacerbate the situation significantly.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tide levels remain elevated (around 20.40 ft at morning high tide), but barometric pressure is very high (1028 to 1036 hPa), indicating minimal flood risk.
WHEN
Highest tide overnight into early morning (08:30 PST) on 01/24.
IMPACTS
No significant flooding is anticipated. Typical high tide coverage along the shorelines.
Although tide heights are similar to Day 1, the significantly higher barometric pressure and a NOAA likelihood of only 3.8% place the risk firmly in a no-flood category. Historical data shows that higher pressure generally reduces flood severity even when tides are elevated.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Again, relatively high tides (around 20.22 ft at morning high tide), paired with very high barometric pressure (~1033.81 hPa), result in low flood likelihood.
WHEN
Peak tide near 09:00 PST on 01/25.
IMPACTS
Similar to Day 2, no notable flooding impacts are expected.
NOAA flood likelihood is low (3.1%), and winds remain light with no strong onshore component. Historical comparisons confirm high pressure readings correlate with minimal coastal flooding despite moderately high tidal forecasts.
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.