Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
High tides are expected to reach nearly 19 feet in the late evening hours (around 10:00 PM–10:30 PM). Although the barometric pressure is moderately low (around 995 hPa), NOAA indicates a very low likelihood of actual flooding. This places conditions close to a flood event and worth monitoring but unlikely to cause damage.
WHEN
From approximately 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM PST during peak high tide.
IMPACTS
Minor to negligible impacts along low-lying shoreline areas. Any brief ponding or minor water encroachment is unlikely to result in significant property damage.
• Tides are projected to top out near 19 feet, less than the 20+ feet often seen in past moderate (Category 4) events.
• Barometric pressure, though on the lower side, is not below the historically critical 992.8 hPa threshold.
• NOAA Flood Likelihood is at 0%, reinforcing that while water levels are worth watching, overall flood risk is low.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Another day of relatively high tides, reaching roughly 19 feet late in the evening. Barometric pressure is forecast around 1000 hPa—higher than Day 1—helping keep flooding risk low. However, tide levels remain close to a threshold that warrants monitoring.
WHEN
Peak high tide risk from about 10:00 PM to midnight PST.
IMPACTS
Similar to Day 1, coastal areas may see minor water encroachment at the highest tide, but no damage to structures is expected.
• Although tide height is much the same as Day 1, the barometric pressure is higher, which lowers overall flood potential.
• NOAA Flood Likelihood remains at 0%, indicating no official expectation of flooding.
• Wind direction and speed are not aligned for significant onshore push, increasing confidence in minimal risk.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Tides may briefly exceed 19 feet again in the late evening. Barometric pressure near 1001 hPa and NOAA’s continuing 0% flood likelihood still keep overall flood risk low; conditions remain on the cusp of a minor event but are not expected to produce damaging flooding.
WHEN
Late night high tide from roughly 10:00 PM to 11:30 PM PST.
IMPACTS
Localized inundation of shoreline walkways or very low-lying spots could occur, but no significant property damage is anticipated.
• Comparisons to historical Category 3 events show similar tide heights but generally lower risk due to higher pressure and NOAA’s low forecast.
• No major wind or wave setup from the west/northwest is forecast, which reduces onshore water surge.
• Conditions will be monitored closely, but the threat level remains below that of known Category 4 or 5 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.