Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 1
WHAT
A routine day with Category 1 conditions and no flood risk. Tide was the largest influence, with slight help from mildly lower pressure; wind played almost no role.
WHEN
Higher tides expected around 12:48 AM and again in the late afternoon near 4:30 PM.
IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.
REASONING
The tide was the primary driver for today’s classification, with a small contribution from somewhat below-normal pressure. This is similar to the 2021-07-02 Cat 1 event.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Still a low-level risk day at Category 2, driven mainly by a moderate high tide. Pressure remains slightly lower than normal, but not enough to raise concern.
WHEN
Peak water levels occur early morning around 1:36 AM and late afternoon near 5:18 PM.
IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.
REASONING
The moderate astronomical tide was the chief factor setting this at Category 2, with minor influence from below-normal pressure. Wind remained insignificant. All ensemble models agree on Category 2 for this date.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Another Category 2 day, closely driven by the tide. Pressure is near normal, and wind remains minimal.
WHEN
Highest tide arrives in the late afternoon around 5:54 PM.
IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.
REASONING
A higher-than-average tide is the main cause of today’s Category 2 classification, with minor support from normal barometric pressure. Wind again has negligible effect, and there is no ensemble disagreement.
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.