Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT:
Tides early in the morning will approach nearly 20.0 feet, which is relatively high compared to historical reference points. Barometric pressure (about 1011 hPa) is not especially low but should be monitored since these tide levels are near thresholds that have been associated with minor flooding in the past. Overall flood likelihood from NOAA is very low (0.1%), indicating that while conditions are close to a flood scenario, significant inundation or property damage is not anticipated.
WHEN:
Peak risk window is around the morning high tide, most notably from 5:30 AM to 7:30 AM PST when tides will be near their maximum (about 19.96–19.97 ft).
IMPACTS:
Minor pooling of water in extremely low-lying spots is possible, but flooding of roads or property damage is not likely.
• Compared to a historical Category 3 event (e.g., 01/06/2025 at ~20.68 ft) the tide is slightly lower, and the pressure is higher than in many severe events, reducing flood risk.
• NOAA’s low flood likelihood forecast (0.1%) supports the assessment that any impacts will remain minor.
• Winds are light, further limiting the potential for wind-driven water push.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT:
High tides near dawn may again exceed 19.8 ft, but barometric pressure around 1012 hPa remains well above the critical low-pressure threshold. NOAA flood likelihood is effectively 0.0%, indicating no risk of flooding despite moderately high tides.
WHEN:
Early morning hours, generally 5:30 AM to 7:30 AM PST, coincide with the peak tide of approximately 19.88 ft.
IMPACTS:
No flooding is expected.
• Tide levels are only slightly lower than Day 1, but with still-relatively high pressure and essentially no NOAA-indicated flood potential.
• Historical higher-category flood events required significantly lower barometric pressures and/or higher tide levels not present in this forecast.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT:
Another set of morning high tides reaching around 19.8 ft is forecast. Barometric pressure near 1010–1011 hPa is not low enough to produce meaningful flood risk, and NOAA again indicates a 0.0% flood likelihood.
WHEN:
Peak tides occur around 6:30–7:00 AM PST.
IMPACTS:
No flooding is expected.
• Though the tide is near 19.8 ft, the lack of low pressure, minimal wind, and NOAA’s continued low flood probability keep flood concerns at “no risk.”
• Conditions do not match those of past Category 3+ events, which typically had lower pressure or higher surge 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.