Fall Foliage Map: When Rhode Island Will See 2021 Peak

NEWPORT, RI — Break out the sweaters and the pumpkin spice lattes: Fall is officially here in Rhode Island.

While the autumn equinox has come and gone, you still have plenty of time to enjoy a family outing to the pumpkin patch. Your window to catch the best views of fall foliage in Rhode Island is drawing close.

With October bringing crisper days and chillier nights, the leaves in some parts of Little Rhody are just days away from peak splendor, according to the 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map.

Southern New England is nearing its fall foliage peak, according to the map. While some northern areas of New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine are already seeing the brightest fall colors, most of Rhode Island is currently at "partial" fall foliage, meaning most trees are still in the process of putting on their fall finery. The northern areas of the state are "near peak."

The entire state is expected to reach peak fall foliage by the week of Oct. 18.

In general, leaves are likely to peak later than usual this year because of prolonged drought conditions across a large swath of the United States. In affected states, leaves may turn from green to brown and skip the brilliant color wheel before “giving up” and falling to the ground.

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Curious when fall foliage peaks in your county or in other parts of the country?

To use the 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map, simply slide the scale to the right to see when leaves will peak in your state. Zero in on your county, and you'll be able to decide whether it's best to plan a northern, southern, eastern or western route.

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If you’re not sure where to get the best views of the changing leaves in Rhode Island, here are some of the top places to consider:

• Roger Williams Park, Providence
• Cliff Walk, Newport
• Goddard Memorial State Park, East Greenwich