Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant risk of flooding is expected on this date. Tide heights will be moderately high (peaking near 17.46 ft around mid-afternoon), but the barometric pressure is well above the historically low thresholds linked to flood events, and NOAA indicates a 0% likelihood of flooding.
WHEN
From late morning to early evening, with a high tide around 15:06 local time.
IMPACTS
No flooding is anticipated. Shorelines and low-lying areas should remain unaffected beyond normal tidal variations.
• Compared to historical Category 3 events (e.g., 12/27/2023 with lower pressure and a higher NOAA likelihood), today’s higher pressure (about 1013 hPa) and a NOAA flood likelihood of 0% suggest no exceedance of flood thresholds.
• Winds are relatively light (6–10 mph) from the NNW, further reducing any storm surge effect.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Close to a flood event and worth monitoring, though flood damage is unlikely. The tide is forecast to reach nearly 19.4 ft early in the morning, coupled with somewhat lower barometric pressure around 1004.8 hPa.
WHEN
Greatest concern will be around the pre-dawn hours (near 03:54 local time).
IMPACTS
Minor ponding could occur in the lowest-lying spots, especially if local winds shift onshore. Widespread flooding or property damage is not anticipated.
• Although this tide height is higher than Day 1, the pressure (1004.8 hPa) is still not in the critical “low” range under 992.8 hPa.
• NOAA’s official flood likelihood remains at 0%, so no significant coastal inundation is expected.
• Historically, Category 4 and 5 flood events aligned with tides above 20 ft and far lower barometric pressures.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No substantial flood risk is anticipated. Tide levels remain elevated (around 19.3 ft in the early morning) but barometric pressure is higher (approximately 1014.8 hPa), keeping the flood threat low.
WHEN
Main tidal peak near 04:18 local time, with another lesser high tide in the late afternoon.
IMPACTS
No flooding concerns are expected. Routine caution near shorelines is advised, but conditions do not suggest inundation of property or roads.
• The tide height is similar to Day 2, but significantly higher pressure reduces the chance of coastal flooding.
• NOAA’s flooding likelihood remains at 0.0%, reinforcing the expectation of minimal impacts.
• Historical moderate or higher category events have typically involved notably lower pressure with similar or higher tide levels.
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.