Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides will reach roughly 19.7 ft in the early morning (around 02:54), with barometric pressure near 1008 hPa. According to NOAA, the likelihood of flooding is 0.0%.
WHEN
Highest tide early morning between approximately 02:00–04:00.
IMPACTS
No risk of property-impacting flooding is anticipated. Minor splash-over or shallow pooling in very low-lying spots can never be fully ruled out but is not expected to cause damage.
Although the tides are fairly high, the barometric pressure is well above the 992.8 hPa level historically linked to bigger flood issues, and NOAA’s risk assessment is minimal. No significant winds from the west or northwest are forecast.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides up to about 19.9 ft are expected overnight and again in the late afternoon. Barometric pressure readings remain well above the critical low threshold. NOAA’s flood likelihood is still 0.0%.
WHEN
Highest risks around 03:00–04:00 and again near 17:00–18:00.
IMPACTS
No risk of damaging coastal flooding. Low-lying shoreline areas may experience only minor water intrusion if any.
Despite tides nearing 20 ft, overall conditions are not conducive to notable flooding. Winds remain light, and NOAA’s data shows no concern for this date.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
A maximum tide near 19.8 ft is expected around 18:00. Barometric pressure is somewhat lower (around 1005 hPa) but still far from levels that historically correlate with flood events. NOAA again reports a 0.0% flood risk.
WHEN
Primary high tide window from late afternoon into early evening.
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts expected. Low coastal spots could see brief tidal spray or minor ponding, but no property impacts are anticipated.
Comparisons with previous higher-category events show that lower barometric pressures (near or below 992.8 hPa) and strong onshore winds were major factors in past flooding. Those conditions are not present.
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.