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by Erock327 from Medina

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Ideal conditions for colorful foliage?
Oct 3, 2007 | 7:41 PM
Category: Weather
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I probably learned this in college as a Biology student, but I've forgotten it if I did.  I'm wondering what the ideal conditions are for vibrant fall colors.  I've heard from some "elder" family members that warm, dry days and crisp nights are best.  Is this true, or does a moderate amount of rainfall help brighten up the leaves?  I don't know why I care, but I was wondering.... 

Surely one of you weather folks has the answer, or maybe a random reader will know. 

Thanks!

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girlscout read my blog view my photos
Oct 3, 2007 | 8:50 PM

I'm no expert, but as a photographer, word is out that the peak color will be about 10 days early this year because of the summer drought. I believe that it must also get very cold at night for the most vibrant colors. So far, that hasn't happened yet, except for one or two nights a few weeks ago.
Erock327 read my blog
Oct 5, 2007 | 11:49 AM

I can believe it about the early peak. My trees are ALL turning very quickly, and many started to turn well before Oct. 1st.
rickyw read my blog view my photos
Oct 7, 2007 | 9:01 AM

you might have missed class that day
Erock327 read my blog
Oct 7, 2007 | 9:51 AM

Doubtful. I've probably forgotten. Between getting married, having kids, buying houses, and working, tidbits like that have fallen "under the cushions" in my brain.
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Erock327

Married father of three. I love sports, nature, most types of music, and I'm an aviation enthusiast. I'm a moderate-thinking no-nonsense kind of guy who HATES excuses. I can't stand most of the Hollyweird pop cultural garbage being spoon-fed to this country. I'm frustrated by people who can name every American Idol finalist but have no clue who the Vice President of the U.S. is, and I'm bothered by the "Get out and Vote!" campaigns that want to send these space cadets to the ballot box! Did I mention that I like dark humor and sharp sarcasm?

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