Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding is anticipated. Tides will peak near 17.8 ft in the mid-afternoon, with relatively normal barometric pressure around 1015 hPa.
WHEN
Around mid-day through late afternoon, with highest tide near 3:00 PM local time.
IMPACTS
No flooding concerns. The tide is below historical flood thresholds, and NOAA forecasts indicate a 0% flood likelihood.
Comparing with historical events:
• 12/27/2023 was categorized as Category 3 with a 17.46 ft tide and significantly lower pressure.
• Today’s tide, though slightly higher at ~17.8 ft, is coupled with higher barometric pressure (~1015 hPa) and calm winds, reducing flood risk.
• NOAA data shows no indication of flooding.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Close to a flood event and worth monitoring, but unlikely to cause damage. Tides may reach near 19.8 ft with moderate barometric pressure (~1010–1012 hPa).
WHEN
Early morning high tide around 2:00 AM and another significant tide mid-afternoon (~4:00 PM).
IMPACTS
Minor coastal flooding is not expected, but water may get close to the usual minor flood benchmarks. Beach-goers and those in low-lying areas should remain watchful, though NOAA indicates a low (0%) flood likelihood.
• Historical Category 4 floods (e.g., 12/18/2024) featured tides over 20 ft and occasionally lower pressure.
• Today’s tide is just under 20 ft, and while barometric pressure is slightly lower than Day 1, it is not low enough to produce significant flooding concern.
• Winds from the SW to NW remain moderate (generally under 15 mph).
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Still close to a flood event threshold, worth monitoring due to a tide near 19.6 ft and somewhat lower pressure (~1007 hPa).
WHEN
Afternoon to early evening, peaking near 5:00 PM.
IMPACTS
Minor flooding remains unlikely. Conditions are somewhat more favorable for higher water levels compared to Days 1 and 2, but NOAA still indicates a 0% flood likelihood, suggesting no inundation concerns.
• This tide is slightly higher than Day 2, but not expected to reach levels observed in past moderate flood events (>20 ft).
• Barometric pressure (~1007 hPa) is not near the critical threshold (~992.8 hPa) that significantly raises flood risk.
• Historically, Category 4 or worse typically requires both higher tides above ~20 ft and notably lower barometric pressures.
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.