Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No coastal flooding is expected. Tides will reach near 19.6 ft in the evening, but atmospheric pressure remains around 1007 hPa—which is significantly higher than the historically low pressures associated with severe coastal flooding. NOAA’s flood likelihood is reported at 0.0%, indicating minimal flood risk.
WHEN
Highest tide near 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM local time on 2025-05-01.
IMPACTS
No notable flooding. Low-lying areas along the shore are unlikely to experience inundation. Little to no threat to property or travel conditions.
• Compared to the 12/27/2023 Category 3 event (17.46 ft, ~1006.1 hPa), today’s barometric pressure is similarly high but the NOAA likelihood is 0.0%.
• Historically, flooding concerns increase when barometric pressure dips below ~992 hPa in conjunction with higher tides over ~21 ft. Neither of those conditions apply here.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flood risks are anticipated despite another evening high tide around 19.4 ft. Barometric pressure readings remain around 1007 hPa, above critical thresholds for storm surge concerns. NOAA’s flood likelihood remains at 0.0%.
WHEN
Highest tide near 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM local time on 2025-05-02.
IMPACTS
No flooding expected; coastal low-lying areas should remain unaffected.
• Even though the tide is somewhat high, the stable atmospheric pressure (well above 992 hPa) mitigates flood potential.
• Winds are not aligned from the west/northwest at notable strengths to push additional water onshore.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Tides approach about 16–17 ft for the main high tide times, with a barometric pressure near 1003–1004 hPa—still considerably higher than the severe weather benchmarks. NOAA’s forecast indicates 0.0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Primary high tides around 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM local time on 2025-05-03.
IMPACTS
No significant coastal flooding. Minor ponding or very localized splashing at the immediate shoreline, if at all.
• The barometric pressure is not low enough to raise concerns for storm surge; historically damaging flood events in the region typically coincide with significantly lower pressure and higher tides (above ~21 ft).
• NOAA’s 0.0% flood risk further confirms minimal concerns for Day 3.
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.