Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
Tides are expected to reach around 20.28 ft in the early evening with moderate barometric pressure near 1006 hPa. This places conditions close to a flood event and worth monitoring, but flooding damage is unlikely based on current data.
WHEN
Highest risk near the high tide time around 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM local time.
IMPACTS
Minor ponding or brief inundation along low-lying coastal areas and shoreline parks is possible. Widespread damage is not anticipated.
• Compared to historical Category 4 events, the barometric pressure is not exceptionally low and NOAA’s flood likelihood remains very low (0.1%), which lowers the overall flood threat.
• Wind speeds in the region appear modest, further reducing coastal surge risk.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
An evening high tide near 20.24 ft, with barometric pressure around 1004.5 hPa. Conditions again indicate being close to a flood event, though large-scale flooding is not expected.
WHEN
Peak flood potential from about 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM local time near the highest tide.
IMPACTS
Low-lying coastal roads and walkways may briefly see water encroachment. Major impacts are unlikely.
• The NOAA flood likelihood estimate (0.1%) remains very low.
• Although the tide height is significant, barometric pressure is forecast to stay above critical low thresholds, reducing the chance of flood damage.
CATEGORY 3
WHAT
The predicted high tide is around 20.06 ft in the evening, but barometric pressure is forecast to drop to near 998.8 hPa. While this is lower than on Days 1 and 2, it is still above the historically critical low-pressure threshold.
WHEN
Largest tidal heights expected between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM local time.
IMPACTS
Minor flooding of beaches and immediate shoreline areas could occur. Widespread property damage is unlikely.
• Even with a somewhat lower barometric pressure, NOAA’s flood likelihood projection is 0.0%, suggesting minimal expected severity.
• Historical comparisons indicate significantly higher flood likelihood when pressures drop below about 992.8 hPa and tides exceed 21 ft—conditions not reached in this forecast.
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.