One thing that makes living in South Carolina as sweet as a cup of tea is being able to experience the four seasons.

Although the summers may be brutal, residents can always look forward to a cool down come late September, when the autumn season awakens.

With the fall also comes a palette of fall foliage, painting the trees in hues of red, orange, and yellow.

Here's when you can expect the leaves to change color in S.C.

When is SC's peak time for fall foliage?

Weather conditions like temperature and rainfall can influence the exact timing of peak fall foliage in S.C.. Still, the typical peak usually occurs between mid-October and early November, according to South Carolina State Parks .

Why do leaves change color?

Leaves change color due to the breakdown of chlorophyll, a green pi

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