Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2026-08-23

CATEGORY 1

WHAT
A Category 1 day indicates no flooding risk, primarily influenced by a moderate astronomical tide and nearly normal pressure. Overall, conditions look routine.

WHEN
Peak risk window around the afternoon high tide near 4:36 PM.

IMPACTS
- No impact anticipated.

REASONING
The tide was the main driver, with near-normal atmospheric pressure and minimal onshore wind offering little additional effect. Conditions are similar to the 2026-02-13 Cat 1 event.

Day 2: 2026-08-24

CATEGORY 1

WHAT
A second Category 1 day brings routine conditions with a moderate tide and slightly below normal pressure. No flooding risk is expected at this level.

WHEN
Peak risk window near 5:06 PM.

IMPACTS
- No impact anticipated.

REASONING
Tide was again the principal factor, with modest support from slightly below normal pressure. The offshore wind slightly reduced overall surge. This is similar to the 2026-08-04 Cat 1 event.

Day 3: 2026-08-25

CATEGORY 2

WHAT
Tuesday is Category 2, still in the no-risk range but marginally higher than the previous days due to a somewhat stronger tide component and lower pressure. Flooding is not expected.

WHEN
Peak risk around 5:30 PM.

IMPACTS
- No impact anticipated.

REASONING
A slightly stronger astronomical tide and below-normal pressure contributed most to this Category 2 classification. Wind remained minimal and did not significantly affect water levels.

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.