ATLANTA - The first full day of fall arrived on Tuesday, and with it comes the big question: When will we see those vibrant reds, oranges and yellows across north Georgia?

Right now, much of White County and the surrounding mountain tops are still green. But don’t worry — peak color is on the way.

🏞️ North Georgia mountains

Expect peak color mid to late October

Some early signs of yellow and orange already appearing

Cooler mountain mornings in the 50s will help brighten colors

🌆 Metro Atlanta

Peak color usually arrives after Halloween into early November

Warm September mornings have slowed the process

Residents can expect gradual changes leading up to November

🌦️ Weather impact on fall colors

September has been very dry, which can mute fall foliage or cause slight delays.

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