2025 Fall Foliage: Peak Color Predictions | JQJO

Fall foliage predictions for 2025 are out, with peak colors expected to arrive earlier in the north and gradually move south. SmokyMountains.com's prediction model, considering temperature, precipitation, tree types, and historical data, suggests peak foliage in the Mid-Atlantic, Great Lakes, and much of the West by mid-October. The South and lower Midwest will follow in late October/early November, with the Deep South potentially seeing peak colors in mid-November. Regional forecasts indicate cooler temperatures and less rain in the Northeast and Appalachians, leading to earlier and more vibrant displays, while warmer and wetter conditions in the Pacific Northwest may delay peak color. A broader warming trend across the U.S. is influencing these forecasts.