Utah's fall colors could show earlier this year. Here's when they might peak

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Utah's fall colors are starting to show early due to cooler overnight temperatures.

Predictions suggest foliage will intensify along the Wasatch Mountains next month before other regions in October and November.

Drier conditions may result in less vibrant colors compared to previous years.

SALT LAKE CITY — The signs of the changing seasons are well on display in Utah.

Pumpkin spice items have returned to local grocery stores and coffee shops, the football season has already kicked off and astute leaf peepers have noticed that some fall colors are already here.

Yes, some patchy colors have been reported in parts of Alpine Loop, Parley's Canyon and Provo Canyon — a bit earlier than the last few years. This is likely because there have been cooler overnight temperatures ov