Oct 1, 2025 - News
Seattle's fall leaves hit their peak in mid-October
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Don't let those early brown leaves fool you — Washington's peak foliage is still ahead.
Zoom in: In much of the state, including the Puget Sound region, the year's most vibrant fall colors are expected to arrive around mid-October.
- That's according to SmokyMountains.com, which uses historical weather reports, tree species info and user data to put together 2025 foliage prediction maps of the U.S.
What's next: By Oct. 27, most of Washington's leaves are expected to be past their peak — so now's the time to plan that epic fall hike or road trip.
💭 Melissa's thought bubble: If you'd prefer to stay in the city, my favorite spots to soak up fall colors include Kubota Garden, the Washington Park Arboretum, Discovery Park and Seward Park.