Flood Watch

Redondo Beach, WA

Day 1: 2026-10-04

CATEGORY 1

WHAT
A routine day with no flood risk. The primary driver is a moderate high tide, with a small additional effect from slightly below-normal pressure.

WHEN
Peak tide is expected in the early afternoon around 1:48 PM.

IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.

REASONING
The moderately high tide added most to the classification, while pressure contributed a small positive effect. Wind was minimal, reducing overall risk. This is reminiscent of the 2026-09-30 Cat 1 event.

Day 2: 2026-10-05

CATEGORY 1

WHAT
Again, no flood risk is expected. The tide remains the main factor, with only light winds and near-normal pressure.

WHEN
Peak tide is expected in the early afternoon around 2:42 PM.

IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.

REASONING
Tide is once more the biggest contributor, while pressure is slightly supportive, and wind adds almost nothing. This matches well with the 2026-07-04 Cat 1 analog day.

Day 3: 2026-10-06

CATEGORY 2

WHAT
Still no flooding risk, though tides are a bit higher than previous days. Pressure remains near normal, and onshore wind is minimal.

WHEN
Peak risk window is mid-afternoon around 3:24 PM.

IMPACTS
• No impact anticipated.

REASONING
The higher astronomical tide drives the category slightly above routine, with a modest contribution from pressure. Onshore wind remains negligible.

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.