Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT A Category 2 day, driven mainly by a moderate astronomical tide. Pressure is near normal, and wind is minimal, resulting in no flood concerns.
WHEN Peak tides occur in the early morning around 4:06 AM and again in the evening near 7:06 PM.
IMPACTS • No impact anticipated.
REASONING The moderate tide is the primary factor pushing conditions to Category 2, with slight added support from close-to-normal pressure. The wind factor contributes little today, so no notable flooding is expected.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT A Category 3 day, meaning conditions are close to flood levels, largely due to moderately high tide. Slightly lower pressure than normal offers a small additional boost to water levels.
WHEN Higher water is expected in the early morning around 5:06 AM and into the evening near 7:42 PM.
IMPACTS • Minor inundation possible at immediate shoreline.
REASONING The moderately high tide is the main driver, alongside a small contribution from below-normal pressure. Onshore wind is minimal and does not significantly affect conditions. Models are in full agreement, so there is no higher-tail scenario today.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT Another Category 3 day, reflecting elevated water levels driven by a slightly higher tide and modestly below-normal pressure.
WHEN Peak water is expected in the early morning around 6:06 AM and again in the evening near 8:18 PM.
IMPACTS • Minor inundation possible at immediate shoreline.
REASONING The tide is the major factor, with a small lift from below-normal pressure. Though wind becomes onshore, its net effect on overall flooding remains low. This is similar to the 2023-01-06 Cat 3 event. Model consensus shows no worse outcome than Category 3.
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.