Winter Storm To Bring Some Heavy Rainfall

A cold Pacific storm will bring rain and snow to Riverside County Monday and Tuesday, forecasters said.

Precipitation will move slowly inland from the coast during the Monday morning commute and become heavy at times, according to the National Weather Service. There will also be periods of rain Monday afternoon and isolated thunderstorms, it said.

Rainfall totals will range from a quarter-inch for the Inland Empire to an inch and half in higher terrain, NWS forecasters said.

Heavy snowfall is expected in the mountains Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. A winter storm warning is scheduled for mountain areas above 5,000 feet from 10 a.m. Monday to 2 p.m. Tuesday.

According to the Weather Service, a few inches of snow will accumulate around 5,000 feet but areas above 6,000 feet could receive up to 10 inches.

"Residents and travelers into higher elevations in the mountains should be prepared for hazardous winter weather conditions and possible road closures. If possible, carry chains and take extra food and clothing," said an NWS advisory.