Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2026-05-08

Category 1

WHAT
No flooding risk is expected on Friday. Tides will be moderate, and wind/pressure are near normal, keeping conditions routine.

WHEN
Peak high tides will occur around 9:06 AM and again late evening near 11:54 PM.

IMPACTS
- No impact anticipated.

REASONING
The regular high tide was the primary factor, but it remains well below flood thresholds. Pressure is slightly above normal, and onshore wind is minimal. While a past similar date (2026-02-01) was a Category 3 event, today’s conditions are milder, resulting in Category 1.

Day 2: 2026-05-10

Category 1

WHAT
No flooding risk is expected on Sunday. Tidal levels are normal, and there is minimal influence from wind or pressure anomalies.

WHEN
High tides are expected around 12:42 AM and late morning near 11:48 AM.

IMPACTS
- No impact anticipated.

REASONING
Regular tides are the main contributor, but remain low enough to avoid flooding. Pressure is near normal, and onshore wind is very light. Although the closest historical analog (2023-12-27) was a Category 3 event, current conditions are calmer, leading to Category 1.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

CATEGORY KEY

• 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.