By John C. Toman. Posted February 27, 2012, 5:47 PM.

As a cold winter storm arrived in full force Monday afternoon, hail was reported in the Central Temecula area and likely fell in other inland locations.

The pea-sized hail was mixed with a heavy shower at approximately 2:29pm.

Hail was also reported in Fallbrook.

Winds were also strong Monday afternoon, gusting to 40 mph in Hemet, 33 mph in Perris, 30 mph in Riverside, 28 mph in Temecula, and 27 mph in Murrieta.

A chance of thunderstorms and small hail is predicted through the evening hours. Snow levels Monday night are expected to fall to 2,500 feet.

Thanks to Jim Toman and R.C. Blankenhorn for the hail reports.