(CNN) Fall ushers in cooler temperatures, pumpkin spice everything and beautiful fall foliage. Perfect foliage conditions rely on a good combination of temperatures (not too hot and not too cold) and moisture (not too wet or too dry). Why drought mattersOver 75% of the West is under drought conditions. But some of those same New England areas witnessing drought conditions also happen to be reporting more vivid fall colors. Extreme heat and climate changeIdeal conditions for vibrant foliage include warm days and cool nights.

Source: CNN October 03, 2020 09:00 UTC