With September 1 marking the start of meteorological fall, autumn colors start to pop as leaves begin to change. Some areas will see their peak fall colors as early as September, whereas areas further south often have to wait until October or November.
Breakdown
- Leaves are starting to change color in the Rockies. 1s
- Peak fall foliage occurs first in the Northern Tier, Great Lakes, and New England during September. 9s
- Southern regions typically see peak colors later, around October to early November. 18s
- Cool nights and mild days help drive the color change. 23s
- Warmer temperatures predicted for the season may slow the fall color process, especially in New England. 34s