There has been very little change in foliage color since the last report. The heavy rain is to blame for this delay. Ideally, fall colors thrive in dry conditions, with mild daytime temperatures and cool, but not freezing evenings. Sections of Vermont which were reporting no change have now observed some color. In Pennsylvania, the number of areas previously reporting no change has decreased, now limited to the extreme southwest part of the state and southern Lancaster County. Other changes include a larger area of moderate color in west-central Maine, slightly more color in the Catskills of New York, the Berkshires of Massachusetts, and sections of central Connecticut.

Leaf drop has also been somewhat unchanged. The younger and distressed trees which have been showing color, lost some of their leaves due to the heavy rains and winds of last week. The heartier trees however, have held on to their leaves which is great news for leaf-peepers.

Overnight temperatures have started to cool. Readings have been falling into the 40's and 50's. This, coupled with less daylight, should result in dramatic changes in the next few weeks.