Fall in Black Mountain, N.C. Photo: Katie Peralta Soloff/Axios
Leaf peepers, your season is approaching.
The leaves will start to change color in parts of western North Carolina later this month, but it won't be until October that we start to see some good color in Charlotte, according to WBTV meteorologists.
Why it matters: North Carolina is home to some of the country's most picturesque places to take in fall foliage, from the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Charlotte isn't so bad in the fall, either.
Zoom in: Expect peak color in the mountains to start around mid-October and in Charlotte around early November, according to WBTV.
What they're saying: "We'll see how September/early October fares for rain and temperatures, and if any big heat up delays the peak color any," WBTV meteorologist Rachel Coulter tells Axios.
Between the lines: Several factors influence the timing of when leaves change color, including cool nights without a freeze, sunny mild days and moisture in the soil, according to WCNC.
A drought could cause leaves to turn brown and fall early
Fun fact: The last time we had our last 90-degree day of the year in Charlotte in the month of August was 2009, Coulter said. So we're likely in for more warm temperatures this month.
