Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Category 2 indicates no flooding risk, with tides being the primary influence. Overall conditions remain routine, as the pressure is relatively high and winds are light.
WHEN Peak water levels anticipated around the early morning (04:24 AM) and late afternoon (06:12 PM) high tides.
IMPACTS • No impact anticipated.
REASONING Tide contributed the most (+0.331), with a smaller bump from pressure (+0.019). The closest analog, 2025-01-06 (Cat 3), had higher impacts, but conditions this time are milder, resulting in Category 2.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT We are close to flood conditions, mainly due to higher tides and somewhat lower barometric pressure. Tidal heights around 12.72 ft and pressure near 1009.9 hPa place us on the cusp of minor shoreline impacts.
WHEN Monitor the morning high tide (~05:00 AM) and the evening high tide (~07:06 PM) for peak water levels.
IMPACTS • Minor inundation possible at the immediate shoreline.
REASONING Tide (+0.367) and lower pressure (+0.061) drive the Category 3 classification. Wind is negligible. This is similar to the 2023-12-27 Cat 3 event.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT Conditions remain close to flood levels, again driven by spring-like tides and moderately low pressure. Tidal height near 12.62 ft combines with pressure around 1011.0 hPa, leaving us in a watchful state.
WHEN Peak water levels may occur near the early morning high tide (~05:36 AM) and the late evening high tide (~08:06 PM).
IMPACTS • Minor inundation possible at the immediate shoreline.
REASONING The tide factor (+0.367) is the main contributor, with a small addition from pressure (+0.056). Wind remains minimal. This is similar to the 2023-12-27 Cat 3 event.
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.