COLUMBUS Ga. (WRBL)- With the official start of fall less than ten days away, some may be wondering when they can see the beautiful fall colors.
Colors Right Now: This weekend, most of the United States is seeing little to no change at all in the foliage. Some areas across the Rockies and in the Northwest part of the country are seeing patchy color this week.
Peak Color: Over the next several weeks, the fall color will move quickly across the nation. The northern part of the country will see peak colors as early as October.
The southeast will likely not see peak fall foliage until November. Most of the WRBL area can expect mid-November to be the best time to see the bright colors.
How do Leaves Change? The science behind this change in color comes down to three key factors: leaf pigments, length of night, and the weather.…