Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Category 2 indicates no flooding risk. Although the regular high tide is somewhat elevated, overall conditions remain routine without notable onshore wind influences.
WHEN High tide peaks early morning around 4:48 AM and again in the early evening around 6:48 PM.
IMPACTS - No impact anticipated.
REASONING Tide was the primary factor pushing the classification, with near-normal pressure and negligible onshore wind influence. A past similar day was 2023-12-27 (Category 3), which had slightly higher overall conditions than this forecast.
CATEGORY 1
WHAT Category 1 signifies no risk of flooding. The tide is slightly lower than the previous day, and no significant weather factors are expected.
WHEN High tide occurs in the early morning, around 5:12 AM, with generally stable conditions throughout the day.
IMPACTS - No impact anticipated.
REASONING Tide remains the main contributor, but it is modest and paired with near-normal pressure and minimal wind. Historical analogs (e.g., 2023-12-27 at Category 3) are higher than today’s Category 1 forecast.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Another routine day with no flooding risk, despite a slightly higher tide than the previous two days. Pressure is a bit lower, but onshore winds remain minimal.
WHEN High tide is expected in the evening near 8:06 PM.
IMPACTS - No impact anticipated.
REASONING Tide is again the primary driver at this level, with only a small boost from below-normal pressure. The onshore wind contribution is negligible. A historic close match, 2023-12-27 (Category 3), had slightly more impactful conditions than forecast today.
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.