Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Tides are expected to approach around 18.0 ft late in the evening with moderate-to-low barometric pressure (near 1001 hPa). Historically, tide heights above roughly 17.5 ft with pressure dipping closer to 1000 hPa have coincided with minor flooding in low coastal areas. Although NOAA’s official flood likelihood is currently 0.0%, the slightly lower pressure and higher tide level put conditions close to a flood event.
WHEN
Peak concern from approximately 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM PDT on 2026-04-07, around the time of highest tide.
IMPACTS
Minor inundation of vulnerable low-lying areas near the shore is possible. Brief ponding of water and isolated road closures could occur, although widespread property damage is unlikely.
• Compared to past Category 3 events (e.g., 12/27/2023 with a ~17.46 ft tide and ~1006 hPa), the tide on 04/07 is slightly higher with slightly lower pressure, suggesting a similar or marginally greater potential for minor flooding.
• NOAA’s official guidance indicates a “Low” likelihood, but local factors and historical patterns warrant close monitoring.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tide levels near 17.8 ft are forecast for the evening; however, barometric pressures are forecast around or above 1004 hPa. NOAA’s flood likelihood remains 0.0%, and winds do not appear to be from strongly onshore directions that historically exacerbate flooding risk.
WHEN
Higher tides expected mid-to-late evening on 2026-04-08, but likely below thresholds causing notable flooding.
IMPACTS
No major impacts anticipated. At most, very minor water pooling near low-lying coastal spots.
• The modest tide height and fairly moderate barometric pressures are both higher than the more flood-vulnerable low-pressure benchmarks seen in historical Category 3+ events.
• NOAA data continues to show ample distance below flood thresholds. Consequently, widespread flooding is not expected.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Evening tides are expected to peak near 17.8 ft with pressures near 1006 hPa, remaining well above the critical low-pressure range that typically drives more significant flooding events. NOAA forecasts a 0.0% flood likelihood, consistent with minimal risk.
WHEN
Highest tidal levels anticipated late evening on 2026-04-09.
IMPACTS
No significant flooding impacts foreseen. Conditions should remain safe in most coastal zones.
• Past higher-category events at Redondo Beach generally require 19–20+ ft tides paired with notably lower pressure (i.e., closer to or below ~992 hPa). Current forecasts remain outside that window.
• NOAA’s official data continues to show the water level well below the flood threshold, reinforcing the low-risk assessment.
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.