Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT Minor tidal influences are in play, leading to a routine water level situation. Overall, conditions are expected to remain well below flood thresholds for the day.
WHEN Peak high tides will occur early morning around 2:42 AM and again late afternoon near 5:42 PM.
IMPACTS • No impact anticipated.
REASONING Moderately high tide was the main contributor, but onshore wind stayed minimal and pressure remained near normal. No other factors raised concern. Historical comparisons show a similar pattern to past low-category days (for instance, 2023-12-15 was Cat 1), reinforcing the low flood risk.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT Higher water levels are expected due to a king tide, bringing conditions close to flood thresholds. While not guaranteed to produce significant flooding, this situation is worth monitoring.
WHEN Highest tide levels will likely occur during the early morning around 3:24 AM and again in the early evening near 6:30 PM.
IMPACTS • Minor inundation possible at the immediate shoreline.
REASONING A king tide is providing an extra bump to an already above-average tide, placing water levels into a watchful range. Pressure remains near normal, and onshore wind is modest, which helps limit more serious flooding risk. This setup is similar to the 2024-11-15 Cat 3 king tide event.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT Another king tide day keeps conditions near the flood threshold. Slightly lower pressure than earlier in the week and a moderate onshore breeze may keep water levels high enough for concern along the shoreline.
WHEN Peak levels around 4:12 AM and again in the evening near 7:18 PM.
IMPACTS • Minor inundation possible at the immediate shoreline.
REASONING Ongoing king tide effects are the primary driver. Pressure is somewhat lower than prior days but still not critically low, and the onshore wind is moderate. This combination is enough to remain near flood conditions, much like the 2024-11-15 Cat 3 king tide scenario.
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.