Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. High tides will reach approximately 18.5 feet early in the morning hours. Barometric pressure readings near 1006.9 hPa do not suggest a significant storm influence, and NOAA’s flood likelihood for this date is 0%.
WHEN
Highest tide around 04:30 AM, with generally stable weather conditions through the day.
IMPACTS
No notable coastal flooding impacts anticipated. Normal tidal fluctuations should occur without inundation concerns.
While 18+ foot tides might appear high, historical records indicate substantially higher tides (above 20 feet) and/or much lower barometric pressure are usually needed for even minor flooding in Redondo Beach. Wind direction is mainly from the north, which does not typically push additional water into this area. NOAA’s distance below the flood threshold (-2.63 m) further confirms a low flood risk for Day 1.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected despite another round of higher tides nearing 18+ feet. Barometric pressures around 1004–1007 hPa remain well above the historical low-pressure levels typically associated with flooding. NOAA’s forecast continues to show 0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Highest risk times around early afternoon (13:36 PM) and late afternoon to early evening (18:36 PM) coincide with projected high tides.
IMPACTS
No anticipated impacts to low-lying roads or properties. Routine tidal variations only.
Although today’s barometric pressure is somewhat lower than Day 1, it is still not near the critical 992.8 hPa pressure level historically linked to more severe events in this region. Compared with notable flood events (Category 3 or above), current tides are lower than the ~20–22-foot peaks and show no sign of coinciding with damaging winds.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is expected. Tides may again reach the mid- to upper-18-foot range, but barometric pressure remains well above historical flood-trigger values. NOAA’s daily flood likelihood remains at 0%.
WHEN
Peak tidal impact around dawn (05:18 AM) and early evening (19:18 PM).
IMPACTS
No anticipated property or roadway flooding. Normal tidal changes are expected without significant coastal impact.
Despite slightly reduced barometric pressures (near ~1004.6 hPa), they are still not low enough to generate even minor flooding. Past Category 3 or greater floods often featured 20+ foot tides plus notably lower barometric pressures. Today’s conditions do not match those more severe events.
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.