Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected. Although tide heights will be relatively high (approaching 19.7 ft), barometric pressure is forecast to remain around 1015–1016 hPa—well above the low-pressure threshold (<= 992.8 hPa) associated with more serious flood events. NOAA’s flood likelihood for this date is extremely low (0.1%).
WHEN
Highest tides near 05:18 AM and 06:00 PM.
IMPACTS
No flooding anticipated. Typical low-lying areas and waterfront spaces may experience minor ponding of water due to higher tides, but no flood-related property damage is expected.
Compared to historical moderate flooding events, today’s barometric pressure is notably higher and the tide peak lower than in past Category 4 or 5 events (which involved stronger onshore winds, lower pressures, and tides often exceeding 20 ft). NOAA’s data further supports minimal flood risk.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected. Peak tides will again be relatively high (near 19.8 ft), but the key factor of low barometric pressure is missing, as forecast pressures remain near or above 1012 hPa. NOAA’s flood likelihood continues to be extremely low, around 0.1%.
WHEN
Highest tides near 05:48 AM and 07:00 PM.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding is anticipated. Minor water accumulation along the immediate shoreline may occur, but no damage to property or infrastructure is expected.
In past events categorized as 3 or higher, much lower pressures and strong onshore winds coincided with tides over 20 ft to produce flooding. These conditions are absent here, and NOAA’s current outlook confirms minimal flood potential.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No notable flooding is forecast. The highest tides, around 19.6–19.7 ft, do not coincide with low barometric pressure. Observed mean sea-level pressures are projected to stay around 1018 hPa, and NOAA’s flood likelihood is effectively 0.0%.
WHEN
Peak tide near 06:18 AM and 08:00 PM.
IMPACTS
No flood impacts expected. Typical tidal fluctuations will occur without inundation concerns or property damage.
Historical comparisons show that Category 3 or higher risk usually involves tides above 20 ft coupled with significantly lower barometric pressure. These conditions are not present. NOAA’s analysis confirms a negligible chance of flooding.
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.