Could This Year’s Drought Dull Fall Foliage Viewing? You May be Surprised.

October 2, 2025
DURHAM, N.H.—Fall is in the air and thoughts turn to pumpkins, cider and brightly colored leaves. According to experts at the University of New Hampshire’s Extension, despite drought conditions in the Northeast there should be plenty of leaf peeping opportunities this year, it is just happening a little earlier. “The drought is still pretty widespread but luckily there are still a lot of leaves out there and as long as there is a green canopy we’ll be able to enjoy the colors of the fall... - Read Full Article

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