Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Although tides will be relatively high (around 19 feet), barometric pressure is also very high (over 1026 hPa). Historically, flooding in Redondo Beach has occurred when tides exceed roughly 21 feet in conjunction with significantly lower barometric pressure (typically below 1002 hPa). Neither of those conditions is met here, and NOAA indicates a 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
No specific time frame for flood impacts. Overall, no elevated flood risk is anticipated throughout the day.
IMPACTS
No significant coastal flooding is forecast. Low-lying areas in close proximity to the shoreline should not be impacted under these conditions.
• Tides peak near 19.3 ft around mid-morning under stable high pressure (~1026.8 hPa).
• Compared to past Category 4–5 events, which featured both higher tides (above 20–21 ft) and much lower barometric pressures, today’s scenario remains well below critical thresholds for flooding.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood is 0%, reinforcing that no coastal inundation is expected.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of coastal flooding. Tidal heights reach about 18.9 ft, but barometric pressure remains high (above 1029 hPa). Such high-pressure conditions typically suppress flood potential, especially with tides below 21 ft. NOAA again indicates a 0% likelihood of flooding.
WHEN
No specific flooding window—conditions remain stable all day.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding impacts to roads or coastal property.
• Despite tides close to 19 ft, historical Category 3–4 events involved lower barometric pressures and tides often above 20 ft, conditions not present on this date.
• Winds from the north and northeast are relatively light, posing minimal storm surge risk.
• Confirmed by the latest NOAA data showing no expected flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding concerns. The highest tides approach 18.4–18.5 ft, accompanied by persistent high pressure around or above 1028–1030 hPa. NOAA flood likelihood remains 0%.
WHEN
Flooding risk is not anticipated at any point during the day.
IMPACTS
No disruptions to daily activities or coastal infrastructure are expected.
• Tides remain below the 21 ft benchmark typically associated with notable coastal flooding in Redondo Beach.
• Comparison with historical events such as 12/27/2022 (Category 5) shows we currently have significantly higher pressure and lower tide levels, keeping flood risk minimal.
• Calm-to-light winds from N/NE and stable weather conditions further reduce flood potential.
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.
• 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.