Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No coastal flooding is expected. Tide heights will peak near 19 feet late in the morning, but the barometric pressure will remain significantly higher than any historical flooding event.
WHEN
Highest tide near 11:18 AM PST.
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts anticipated. Normal tidal variations along the shoreline.
• Barometric pressure around 1035 hPa is well above historical low-pressure flood events.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood for 2026-01-28 is 0.0%, indicating minimal concern.
• Compared to events like 12/27/2022 (Category 5) with over 22 feet of tide and much lower pressure, conditions are not conducive to coastal flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Peak tides will be near 19 feet, but again accompanied by very high barometric pressure.
WHEN
Highest tide near 12:24 PM PST.
IMPACTS
No flood-related impacts are anticipated.
• Pressure remains elevated (around 1036 hPa).
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood remains at 0.0%.
• Historical comparisons show that a tide under 21 feet with high pressure does not generally pose a flood risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides may reach around 19 feet, but strong high pressure limits the potential for flooding.
WHEN
Highest tide near 13:30 PM PST.
IMPACTS
Little to no coastal flooding expected.
• Barometric pressure remains high (around 1033 hPa).
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood is listed at only 0.1%.
• Winds are forecast to be primarily from the south/southeast, not from the historically more impactful W/NW directions.
• Far below the 21-foot-plus thresholds associated with historical Category 4-5 events.
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.