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High and moderate color covers more of the South, while much of the northern United States is now past peak. There is one complication: a strengthening storm system is expected to bring rain and gusty winds to parts of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast late Thursday into Friday. In places still holding onto peak color, that combination could speed up leaf drop and shorten the viewing window. Forecast details are still being refined, so check local conditions before making the drive.  ## Northeast Fall Color Report **For most of New England, the fall color season is winding down.** Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and much of New York are now past peak. The best remaining color is farther south, including pockets near the southern New England coast, New Jersey and parts of the Mid-Atlantic. If you are hoping to squeeze in one more trip, go sooner rather than later. Rain and gusty winds expected later this week could remove more of the leaves still hanging on. ## Midwest and Great Lakes Fall Color Report **Peak color has moved through much of the Midwest, but the season is not finished everywhere.** Northern Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan are largely past peak. Farther south, a band of peak color extends through portions of the central Plains, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio. High and moderate color is showing across areas just south of that peak zone. This is likely one of the better regions for a late-season drive, especially before colder and breezier weather arrives.  ## Mid-Atlantic and Southeast Fall Color Report **The Mid-Atlantic and southern Appalachians are now among the best places to find fall color.** Peak color is showing across portions of West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland and the higher elevations of the Appalachians. High color extends into Kentucky, Tennessee and parts of North Carolina. Farther south, moderate color covers much of the Carolinas, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi. Low color is reaching the Gulf Coast, while Florida remains mostly green. The storm could make timing especially important from Virginia and Maryland northward. Rain arrives Thursday across parts of the region, followed by colder temperatures and brisk winds that may continue into the weekend. ## Rockies and Southwest Fall Color Report **Much of the Rockies is now past peak, but the Southwest still has a few late-season pockets.** Most of Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Utah and Idaho has moved beyond its best color. Peak and high color remain in parts of Arizona and New Mexico, particularly across higher terrain. Conditions can change dramatically with elevation, so check local reports before heading toward a mountain destination. ##  ## West Coast Fall Color Report **The best remaining western color has shifted into California.** Washington, Oregon and much of northern California are past peak. Farther south, California is showing a patchwork of peak, high, moderate and low color, with the strongest displays generally found away from the warmest coastal and desert areas. Another active stretch of weather is forecast for the West Coast beginning Friday, including rounds of rain from northern California into Washington. That could also accelerate leaf drop in areas still holding color.  ## Where Should You Go This Week? Your best options are generally: * The central and southern Appalachians * Parts of the Mid-Atlantic * The Ohio and Tennessee valleys * Southern portions of the Midwest * Higher elevations in Arizona and New Mexico * Central and southern California This late in the season, timing matters more than distance. A location showing peak color on the map may look very different after a rainy or windy day. Before packing the car, check the latest hourly forecast and wind conditions in the WeatherBug app. If the storm is headed your way, the best viewing opportunity may arrive before the weekend. _Map data: [The Foliage Report](https://thefoliagereport.com/usa-national-report/?utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com), report dated November 9, 2026._ We use technologies, such as cookies, to analyze your use (i.e., pages visited), to customize content, for our internal analytics purposes and for security and other purposes. By continuing to use this website, you agree to this usage. Please review our [privacy policy](/legal/privacy) for more details as well as for information on how to contact us to object to these activities. 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The latest national fall color report shows peak color stretching from portions of the central Plains and Midwest into the Ohio Valley, central Appalachians and Mid-Atlantic. High and moderate color covers more of the South, while much of the northern United States is now past peak. There is one complication: a strengthening storm system is expected to bring rain and gusty winds to parts of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast late Thursday into Friday. In places still holding onto peak color, that combination could speed up leaf drop and shorten the viewing window. Forecast details are still being refined, so check local conditions before making the drive. Northeast Fall Color Report For most of New England, the fall color season is winding down. Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and much of New York are now past peak. The best remaining color is farther south, including pockets near the southern New England coast, New Jersey and parts of the Mid-Atlantic. If you are hoping to squeeze in one more trip, go sooner rather than later. Rain and gusty winds expected later this week could remove more of the leaves still hanging on. Midwest and Great Lakes Fall Color Report Peak color has moved through much of the Midwest, but the season is not finished everywhere. Northern Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan are largely past peak. Farther south, a band of peak color extends through portions of the central Plains, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio. High and moderate color is showing across areas just south of that peak zone. This is likely one of the better regions for a late-season drive, especially before colder and breezier weather arrives. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast Fall Color Report The Mid-Atlantic and southern Appalachians are now among the best places to find fall color. Peak color is showing across portions of West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland and the higher elevations of the Appalachians. 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