(NEXSTAR) – Starbucks is serving pumpkin spice lattes. Kids are back to school. Halloween decor is out at stores. It's only a matter of time before the next harbinger of fall arrives: the colorful changing of the leaves.

But only half of states are expected to see vibrant fall foliage this year, long-range weather experts at Accuweather predict.

According to Accuweather's prediction, Western New York should expect typical fall colors, where as the more Northern and Eastern half of the state can expect vibrantacy. It's safe to say Rochester's foliage will not be dull.

"We expect vibrant colors across much of New England and the Midwest this autumn," said Accuweather's Paul Pastelok. The areas with more vibrant leaves had consistent rainfall in the spring and summer, contributing to healt

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