Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2026-08-26

CATEGORY 2

WHAT
A Category 2 event indicates no flooding risk. The modest high tide, around 11.87 ft, is the primary driver, under mostly normal conditions.

WHEN
Peak tide times are early morning around 3:54 AM and late afternoon near 5:54 PM.

IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.

REASONING
Tide level was the main factor in reaching Category 2, with slightly above-normal pressure providing only a minor boost. Onshore wind does not meaningfully affect conditions.

Day 2: 2026-08-27

CATEGORY 2

WHAT
Conditions remain in Category 2, so no flood risk is expected. A moderately high tide near 12.03 ft is the main factor, with normal pressure and light wind.

WHEN
Peak tide occurs in the early morning around 4:36 AM and again late afternoon near 6:12 PM.

IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.

REASONING
The tide is the predominant contributor, again nudged slightly by moderate pressure. Wind influence is minimal, keeping the flood category low.

Day 3: 2026-08-28

CATEGORY 2

WHAT
Another Category 2 day with no anticipated flooding. The tide (around 12.23 ft) is the biggest contributor; pressure and wind remain near normal.

WHEN
Highest tides arrive around 5:18 AM and near 6:30 PM.

IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.

REASONING
High tide is the main driver, with otherwise normal weather factors and no king tide or heavy wind. Ensemble forecasts do not suggest a higher category scenario.

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.