Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides will reach approximately 18.1 ft at their peak on March 25, accompanied by relatively moderate barometric pressure readings (~1010 hPa). According to NOAA, the flood likelihood for this date is 0%, indicating no expected flooding.
WHEN
Highest water levels around the morning high tide (near 08:24 AM local time).
IMPACTS
No significant flooding impacts are anticipated. Low-lying coastal areas should remain largely unaffected under these conditions.
• Compared to historical Category 3 events with stronger contributing factors (e.g., lower barometric pressure or tides approaching/above 20 ft), the current tide height and pressure are less extreme.
• NOAA’s daily Flood Likelihood Analysis (0%) supports minimal risk for any coastal flooding or property damage.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Peak tide heights will hover around 18.3 ft early on March 26, with barometric pressures near 1014 hPa. NOAA again reports a 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
High tide of interest occurs around midnight (00:18 AM) and again mid-morning (around 09:36 AM), both with moderate atmospheric pressure.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding. Minor water level increases near shorelines, but no inundation concerns are expected.
• Historical data shows that barometric pressures well below 992 hPa and tides above ~20 ft have been more closely associated with coastal flood events. Neither condition is present here.
• Both wind speed and direction appear mild, providing no additional onshore push.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides may reach around 18.6 ft shortly after midnight on March 27, with barometric pressure near 1013 hPa. NOAA flood likelihood remains at 0%.
WHEN
Highest tide levels near 01:36 AM local time.
IMPACTS
No flood impacts anticipated. Coastal roads and properties are likely to remain unaffected.
• Although 18+ ft tides warrant attention, these higher waters are projected alongside relatively stable atmospheric pressure—limiting any significant flooding risk.
• Comparison with historical flood events (which typically featured much lower pressure and/or higher tides) confirms a considerably lower flood potential for this day.
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.