Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides up to approximately 17.9 ft are forecast, but barometric pressure remains relatively high (around 1012–1014 hPa), and NOAA’s data indicates a 0% flood likelihood. Thus, no flooding is anticipated.
WHEN
Highest water levels occur late on 03/26 into the evening hours.
IMPACTS
No flooding is expected. Low-lying areas should remain unaffected; roads and property are not at risk.
Compared to historical Category 3 events (e.g., 12/27/2023 with NOAA Flood Likelihood around 8.4%), today’s 0% likelihood and higher pressure result in significantly lower flood potential. While the tide height is moderately high, the absence of low pressure and NOAA’s minimal flood risk rating support a Category 2 (no flood risk) assessment.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides near 18.6 ft. Barometric pressure is around 1013 hPa, and NOAA forecasts continue to show a 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest tide occurs in the early morning hours of 03/27.
IMPACTS
No inundation is expected. Low-lying roads, beaches, and parks should see no flood-related issues.
Although the water level is somewhat higher than Day 1, pressure remains well above the historically recognized low-pressure threshold that aligns with flood events, and NOAA’s flood likelihood remains at 0%. This keeps the flood potential firmly categorized as 2.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides could reach about 19.0 ft, which is still below the 21 ft level often associated with notable flooding in this area. Barometric pressure forecasts (approximately 1011–1015 hPa) are not low enough to indicate storm-driven seawater surges, and NOAA specifies a 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Early morning 03/28 is the peak tide period.
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts are expected along the coast or in vulnerable low spots.
Historically, substantially lower barometric pressures (below ~992 hPa) combined with tides over 21 ft have been more indicative of Category 3 or higher events. Current forecasts do not show such conditions. Therefore, the risk remains at Category 2, signifying no flood threat.
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 a sudden weather change 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.