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Muted Autumn Hues: Exploring the Factors Behind a Subdued Leaf-Peeping Season

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The vibrant leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and other regions, though this year’s display is subdued due to prolonged drought, causing leaves to fall prematurely.

Admiring the fall foliage is a cherished tradition in New England, the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. As daylight decreases and temperatures drop, chlorophyll fades, revealing the brilliant yellows, oranges, and reds of autumn.

However, dry conditions during summer and fall alter this process, leading to leaves browning and dropping sooner. This year, such conditions prevail, with over 40% of the U.S. classified as experiencing drought in early October, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.

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