Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Although the tide will reach approximately 19.37 ft near 04:30 AM, barometric pressure around 1012.75 hPa remains higher than the historically low-pressure events associated with more significant floods. NOAA flood likelihood is at 0.0%, indicating minimal concern for flood impacts.
WHEN
Tide peaks around 04:30 AM and again near 16:24 PM.
IMPACTS
No substantial flooding impacts are anticipated. Low-lying coastal areas should not experience inundation under these conditions.
• Compared with historical Category 3 or higher events, the tide on 2026-03-18 is lower (under 20 ft) and the barometric pressure is well above critical low-pressure levels.
• Wind is primarily from the south, which has not historically exacerbated flooding in Redondo Beach as much as westerly or northwesterly winds.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood data shows a 0.0% chance of flooding for this date.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. The highest tide (approximately 19.60 ft near 05:00 AM) coincides with a barometric pressure of about 1011.40–1019.19 hPa, which is not low enough to pose a significant flood threat.
WHEN
Tide peaks around 04:54 AM and again near 17:12 PM.
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts are expected on roadways or low-lying areas. No closures or damage are anticipated.
• Although the morning high tide is moderately high, the forecast barometric pressure is relatively stable.
• NOAA’s data shows 0.0% flood likelihood, consistent with minimal or no flood risk.
• Historically, tides of this level without very low pressure or strong onshore winds have produced little to no flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. The tide may reach around 19.74 ft early in the morning (05:30 AM window), but the barometric pressure is forecast near 1016–1015 hPa, remaining safely above the critical low threshold of 992.8 hPa.
WHEN
Tide peaks around 05:18 AM and again near 18:06 PM.
IMPACTS
No substantive floods are anticipated in coastal or low-lying regions. Normal tidal activity is expected without significant property or road impacts.
• Tide heights remain below the more serious 21 ft levels seen during some Category 4 or 5 historical events.
• NOAA Flood Likelihood is still very low (0.1%), suggesting virtually no inundation concern.
• Prevailing southerly winds are not flagged as a contributing factor for local flooding based on past data.
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.