Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2026-09-23

CATEGORY 1

WHAT
No flood risk is expected on Wednesday. Slightly elevated tides are the main driver, with pressure contributing a small additional effect.

WHEN
Peak tides in the early morning around 3:00 AM and again in the late afternoon near 4:30 PM.

IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.

REASONING
Tide was the main factor for this day, with minimal support from pressure. This is similar to the 2025-10-03 Cat 1 event.

Day 2: 2026-09-24

CATEGORY 2

WHAT
No flood risk is expected on Thursday, but tides will be higher than the previous day. Pressure is somewhat lower than average, providing a modest boost to overall water levels.

WHEN
High tides are expected around 3:48 AM and again in the late afternoon near 4:48 PM.

IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.

REASONING
Moderate tides were the main factor, with a small contribution from below-normal pressure. Wind effects were minimal and did not further increase risk.

Day 3: 2026-09-25

CATEGORY 2

WHAT
No flood risk is expected on Friday. Higher tides plus lower pressure keep conditions slightly elevated, but still below flood thresholds.

WHEN
High tides are expected in the early morning around 4:30 AM and late afternoon near 5:06 PM.

IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.

REASONING
Tides and slightly below-normal pressure jointly drove the Category 2 rating. Winds played a minimal role.

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.