Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Tides are expected to peak near 20.0 ft in the early morning hours with slightly lower barometric pressure (around 999 hPa). Although this is below the critical 21 ft level typically associated with more severe events, the tide height is high enough to warrant monitoring. No significant flooding damage is anticipated, but conditions should be watched closely.
WHEN
From approximately 06:30 AM PST through 08:00 AM PST, with the highest tide near 07:36 AM PST.
IMPACTS
• Minor ponding in very low-lying coastal spots is possible.
• No significant property damage is expected.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood for this date is rated Low (0.2%), which suggests a very low probability of an actual flood event.
• The barometric pressure (999 hPa) is not as low as in historical Category 4–5 floods, where pressure dipped below ~992 hPa.
• Compared with the 12/27/2022 Category 5 event (22.297 ft tide, ~978 hPa), this tide is approximately 2–3 ft lower and the pressure is higher. Thus, severe flooding conditions are not present.
• Winds are light, further reducing the chance of wave-driven flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Coastal waters will see high tides reaching around the upper 19 ft range, but barometric pressure is forecast near or above 1015 hPa. Conditions do not indicate a flood risk.
WHEN
Primary high tide near 08:12 AM PST and another around 10:30 PM PST.
IMPACTS
• Little to no expected impact on coastal roads or property.
• NOAA reports a 0.0% flood likelihood for this date, underscoring minimal flood potential.
• Historical Category 3 or 4 events typically involved lower pressures or tides exceeding 20 ft combined with stronger onshore winds.
• Current forecast wind speeds remain modest, limiting onshore surge.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tidal heights may approach the high teens (near 19 ft), but barometric pressure remains elevated (~1018 hPa), and NOAA’s analysis continues to show very low flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tide is expected around 08:54 AM PST, with another peak in the early evening (~6:36 PM PST).
IMPACTS
• No significant coastal flooding concerns.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood remains at 0.0%, indicating no coastal flooding is anticipated.
• Winds do not appear strong enough to push additional water onshore, further reducing flood risk.
• Compared with major historical flooding events (tides above 21 ft and notably lower pressure), these conditions are relatively benign.
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.