Fall colors vary based on temperatures, rainfall and severe weather events. For example, one of the main factors for changing leaves is cooler nights. Since 1970 in Portland, the average low temperature during meteorological fall (September, October, November) has increased by 4.1 degrees.

With the chances of rain dissipating going into this weekend, it’s looking to be a decent time to see some fall foliage in New England. But where? Isolated regions in the northern end of New England that saw moderate colors could struggle with dry,

The Connecticut Tourism Office says the northwest and northeast corners of the state should have peak foliage during the first week of October.

According to the Smoky Mountains 2024 foliage prediction map, the leaves should be at their peak color across the Southern Tier by Monday, Oct. 14, but will be at partial colors t

With all this rain on Thursday, the fall foliage will pop soon. The limited rainfall in Maine, especially in Portland, during September is damaging the trees and their leaves, resulting in duller colors or premature leaf drop.