WASHINGTON 鈥� Autumn is the favorite time of year for many, bursting with colorful foliage. However, it looks like leaves in the D.C. region will need just a little more time.
says conditions were right for a nice leaf-changing season 鈥� the last six weeks of summer were dry. But then the rains moved in, especially last week.
鈥淭hose heavy rains really rehydrated the trees, and I think 鈥� are going to keep them growing with chlorophyll a little bit longer,鈥� McGrath says, adding that could delay the peak of the season by several weeks.
Right now, McGrath says, areas in upper New England are getting a nice foliage show.
鈥淚鈥檓 going to go out on a limb and predict that we鈥檙e going to be seeing the best color right around Halloween,鈥� McGrath says.
Cross your fingers for moderate temperatures and no heavy storms between now and the end of the month.
The offers a weekly foliage report to help you plan an excursion. You can also dial up the Fall Color Hotline at 800-354-4595, or 800-434-LEAF for a Virginia-specific report.
