(WPRI) — With the month of October right around the corner, and the cooler fall nights already starting, the colors of autumn are going to become more vivid in the coming weeks.

New England has been rated as one of the best sports to see fall foliage, according to AAA.

Experts predict there will be a great display this season. “This has been a wonderful year for plants, with all the rain,” said University of Rhode Island horticulture professor Brian Maynard.

According to Maynard, the amount of rain and sunlight the area has seen is a good recipe for fall foliage.

“I’ve seen very few unhappy plants, and so happy plants are going to give us great fall color,” he noted.

Here are some tips for seeing the best fall foliage this year:

Check the calendar:

Plan your trip around a foliage calendar. Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont are the first states to see changing leaves. Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut may see peak fall foliage around mid-October. You can find a fall foliage prediction map here .

Change your vantage point:

If you’re on a leaf-peeping road trip, consider getting out of the car. In addition to hiking, try viewing fall foliage from a train, boat or even a zipline.

Hiking? Wear color:

If you’re outdoors, it’s important to keep safety in mind. Since it’s hunting season, anyone walking in the woods should wear bright orange.

Watch the time:

Remember that there is less sunlight this time of year. As the days get shorter, driving time in the dark increases. AAA says you should make sure your headlights are clean to increase visibility, especially in an area where deer may emerge suddenly on the roadway.

Check your vehicle:

In addition to making sure your headlights are clear, AAA also advises checking your tire pressure. Fall’s extreme temperature changes that can cause tires to expand and contract.

View from a safe spot:

No view is worth risking your safety or the safety of others. AAA says drivers should make sure to never stop in the middle of a busy road. You should not take a photo while driving either.

Beware of wet leaves:

According to AAA, wet leaves can pose similar risks to driving on ice. Make sure you’re driving slow and leave plenty of stopping distance between you and the car in front of you.

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