Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No notable flooding is expected. Tides will be relatively high (peaking in the 18 ft range) but occur under comparatively high atmospheric pressure and only moderate winds.
WHEN
Highest tide around early morning (approximately 03:30–04:00 PST), with minimal flood risk throughout the day.
IMPACTS
• No significant flooding expected in low-lying coastal areas.
• Typical beach and shoreline activity; no road closures anticipated due to coastal waters.
Barometric pressure remains well above historical low-pressure flood events, reducing the chance of coastal inundation. NOAA’s latest flood likelihood data rates the risk as low (0.0%). Compared to past Category 3 or 4 events, the barometric pressure here is significantly higher, and tide heights remain below the 20–21 ft range historically associated with more serious flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flood risk indicated. Tides may reach the upper teens but will be accompanied by barometric pressures in the 1013–1015 hPa range, which is substantially higher than the low-pressure thresholds typically linked with more serious flooding.
WHEN
Peak tide mid-morning to early afternoon (around 03:30–04:00 PST for the highest overnight tide and ~13:00 PST for the daytime high).
IMPACTS
• No inundation of coastal roads or infrastructure.
• Low-lying areas remain generally unaffected.
Although conditions include moderate rainfall and winds, these are not expected to coincide with both extremely high tides and low barometric pressure. Historical comparisons show that stronger onshore winds and sub-1000 hPa pressure have been primary drivers of coastal flooding. Neither condition is forecast for this day.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Still no significant flooding is anticipated despite a slightly higher maximum tide (near 19 ft). Barometric pressure remains above 1016 hPa, well above the historically significant low-pressure levels for Redondo Beach flooding.
WHEN
Highest tide early morning (around 04:00–04:30 PST). Additional high tide in the early evening but still below thresholds for concern.
IMPACTS
• Minimal to no flooding in typical flood-prone zones.
• Normal local travel conditions; no major impacts to shoreline recreational areas.
Even though Day 3’s peak tide is among the higher levels this three-day period, the pressure is still significantly higher than the 992–1006 hPa range often tied to floods in prior events. NOAA continues to indicate a 0.0% flood likelihood. Historical Category 3+ floods have generally included tides over 20 ft combined with much lower pressure, which are not expected here.
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.