Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2026-08-24

Category 1

WHAT
A routine day with no flooding risk. Normal tidal heights and near-normal pressure keep conditions calm.

WHEN
Highest tides occur in the early morning around 2:18 AM and again in the late afternoon near 5:06 PM.

IMPACTS
- No impact anticipated.

REASONING
Modest tide levels were the primary factor for this Category 1 classification. Pressure and wind contributed little. This day is similar to the 2026-08-04 Cat 1 event.

Day 2: 2026-08-25

Category 2

WHAT
Still a low-risk situation, with slightly higher tides and mildly below-normal pressure. Overall flooding risk remains minimal.

WHEN
Peak high tides come overnight around 3:12 AM and again in the evening near 5:30 PM.

IMPACTS
- No impact anticipated.

REASONING
Slightly higher astronomical tide and mildly lower pressure set today’s Category 2 rating. Onshore wind is minimal, so no significant impact is expected.

Day 3: 2026-08-26

Category 2

WHAT
Another day with relatively modest tides and near-normal pressure. Flooding is not expected in Redondo Beach.

WHEN
High tides occur in the early morning around 3:54 AM and late afternoon near 5:54 PM.

IMPACTS
- No impact anticipated.

REASONING
Moderate tide levels and pressure near normal keep the flooding risk low. Onshore wind remains weak, supporting the Category 2 outcome.

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.