Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected; however, tides on January 26 will peak close to 20 feet in the late morning. Despite the relatively high tide height, extremely high barometric pressure readings above 1026 hPa reduce the likelihood of any coastal flooding.
WHEN
Highest tide concerns from approximately 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM PST on January 26.
IMPACTS
No notable flood impacts anticipated. Areas along the immediate shoreline may observe very minor water encroachment, but widespread flooding is not expected.
NOAA’s daily flood likelihood for January 26 is low (0.6%), consistent with the high-pressure environment. Historic Category 3 and above flood events typically feature tide heights exceeding 20 feet combined with pressures below 1010 hPa (often near or below 1000 hPa), none of which are present here.
CATEGORY 1
WHAT
No risk of flooding on January 27. Tides remain below the more concerning 20-foot threshold, and barometric pressure is forecast to be even higher, around 1030 hPa.
WHEN
Highest tide near 10:24 AM PST on January 27.
IMPACTS
No flooding is expected, and normal coastal conditions should prevail.
The NOAA daily flood likelihood is listed as 0.1%, and historical Category 1–2 events with such high pressure have not produced any observable flood impacts.
CATEGORY 1
WHAT
No risk of flooding on January 28. Although the morning tide may approach 19 feet, barometric pressures at or above 1034 hPa continue to suppress any potential for flooding.
WHEN
Highest tide near 11:18 AM PST on January 28.
IMPACTS
No flood-related impacts are expected.
NOAA’s flood likelihood for January 28 is 0.0%, among the lowest observed values. Historically, significantly lower barometric pressures (near or below 1000 hPa) have been required to elevate flood categories with tide heights above 20 feet. These conditions are not evident here.
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.