Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 1
WHAT
High tides near mid-day will reach around 18.1 ft. However, barometric pressure remains very high (above 1035 hPa), and NOAA’s flood likelihood is reported at 0.0%. These conditions indicate no expected flooding.
WHEN
Peak tide around late morning to midday on 2025-01-24.
IMPACTS
No flooding is anticipated. Normal coastal conditions, with no notable property impacts.
Historically, more significant floods occur when tide heights exceed 20 ft and are paired with notably lower barometric pressure closer to or below ~992 hPa. In this period, both tide heights and winds remain comparatively mild, and NOAA’s likelihood is minimal.
CATEGORY 1
WHAT
The highest observed tide is near 18.7 ft early in the morning, but again, high-pressure readings (around 1033 hPa) and NOAA’s 0.0% flood likelihood point to no imminent flood concerns.
WHEN
Peak tide in the pre-dawn hours of 2025-01-25.
IMPACTS
No risk of flooding. Typical coastal activity with no expected issues for property or travel.
Even though the tide is slightly higher than Day 1, the continuing elevated barometric pressure and calm wind scenario provide little cause for concern. Compared with historical Category 3+ events, these conditions do not approach flood risk thresholds.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tide levels may briefly approach 19.3 ft during the early morning hours, leading to moderately higher water levels along the shoreline. Nevertheless, barometric pressure remains substantially above critical low thresholds (around 1027 hPa), and NOAA’s outlook remains at 0.0% for coastal flooding.
WHEN
Peak tide in the pre-dawn hours of 2025-01-26.
IMPACTS
No flooding is expected. While the tide is higher than the previous two days, it is still below the levels historically associated with inundation or property damage.
In historical comparisons, true flood events (Category 3 or above) tend to involve tide heights exceeding 20 ft and/or notably lower barometric pressure. Presently, neither condition is met, and wind speeds are benign, minimizing onshore push of water.
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.