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As soon as we feel that slight chill in the air and the first day the leaves turn to glorious shades of gold and amber, we know that fall is finally here, bringing countless magical moments.

Along with the pumpkin spice lattes, cozy sweaters, and nature’s seasonal transformation, it's also the perfect time to enjoy some fall memes. Autumn makes us want to cozy up inside with warm coffee drinks and some piping hot cider.

Fall memes uniquely capture the season’s essence and turn it into funny, relatable moments that we just have to share with you. Whether you’re a fan of scenic walks through crunchy leaves or are busy prepping your epic Halloween costume for 2024, these hilarious fall memes will remind you of why you fall for fall every year.

#1

Fall Meme “In The USA, We Call It Fall...”

A Fall meme comparing UK and USA terms for the season. UK calls it "Autumn" with a linguistic origin, while the USA calls it "Fall because leaf fall down."

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DE Ray
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

US English is strongly influenced by two historical facts: Daniel Webster, who put out the first dictionary in the US, felt spelling should reflect the word origin - thus words of French or Greek origin are closer to how they would be spelled in those languages than British English. And in the US both telegrams and newspaper advertizing were more accessable to the general public rather than just the wealthy, and those were charged by the letter - so shorter words grew in popularity.

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#2

Soaking Up Those Last Rays

A Fall meme featuring a fluffy cat sitting contentedly in a patch of sunlight surrounded by fallen autumn leaves. The text reads, "Me as soon as one leaf hits the ground."

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The Psychology Behind Seasonal Transitions

In an interview with the Director of Bucks County Anxiety Center, Psychologist Ronit Levy, PsyD, says that fall brings "a feeling of excitement and promise in the air.” According to her, this anticipation stems from childhood (Very Well Mind, 2023) (1).

As young kids, we associated fall with a new school year filled with new people, places, fall activities, and opportunities. "We got all of our new school supplies and were excited to dive into new activities. That association stays with us into adulthood,” Levy explains.

This aligns with research on the experience of temporal landmarks that produce a “fresh start effect.” According to a study published in 2018 in the Journal of Current Opinion in Psychology, even if time flows continuously, people often perceive, organize, and plan time in a categorical manner called temporal landmarks (2).

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The changing seasons, particularly the transition to fall, inspire people to pursue new goals. There is a sense of anticipation in the air during fall, and our psychology naturally embraces the idea of fresh beginnings.

#5

“Rushing Into Fall Be Like...”

A Fall meme showing a person wearing a carved pumpkin as a head. The text reads, "Other people: It's still summer... Me:" suggesting eagerness for fall.

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The Color Orange: How It Shapes Our Love for Fall

Have you ever rushed to whip out your phone camera to capture fall’s foliage changing colors? How we perceive the color orange influences our attraction to fall’s ambers and oranges.

According to a 2019 Journal of Experimental Psychology study, people often describe orange as bright, happy, and uplifting (3). Plus, how we see orange in the environment is associated with the experiences in conjures. For instance, if you associate the color orange with pleasant autumn evenings spent in laughter, especially with family and friends, you will likely have strong positive associations with the color as well.

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For example, in the USA, the color orange is heavily linked to Halloween and Thanksgiving at home. Both often have happy memories, so seeing orange brings up those emotions and makes us giddy and excited (Very Well Mind, 2023) (4).

This aligns with coloring consumer research published in the Journal of Business and Management Research in 2012, which found another reason why fall’s oranges are attractive to us: Orange is considered a highly stimulating and friendly color that induces higher levels of happiness and arousal (5).

#6

Weather’s Not Ready for the Halloween

A Fall meme with a person in Halloween attire floating on an inflatable ring in a pool. The text reads, "When Halloween is coming but it's still 90° outside," highlighting the contrast between fall vibes and hot weather.

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Seasonal Weight Gain: Understanding Why We Eat More in the Fall

Ever wonder why the pounds seem to add up when fall rolls in? Dr. Michael Greger explains that those extra pounds gained in the fall can be caused by our natural biological makeup rather than how cozy the couch can be during those cooler months (Nutrition Facts, 2024) (6).

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According to Greger, a condition known as “seasonal affective disorder” is characterized by increased appetite and cravings and increased sleepiness and lethargy, which begins in autumn when light exposure dwindles.

Some animals hibernate in preparation for winter, doubling their fat stores with autumnal abundance to deal with the subsequent scarcity of winter. Humans are the same; we are genetically predisposed to such seasonal eating behaviors. The problem is that in today’s world, winter scarcity hardly comes, and we end up storing the excesses we consumed during the fall as fat. 

To combat unplanned weight gain in the fall, sleep at night to maintain a healthy circadian system. Try staying active during the day and getting sufficient sleep (seven to eight hours), avoiding nighttime eating.

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#10

Pumpkin Spice Charm

A Fall meme featuring a scene with a person saying, "I am aware of the effect I have on women." The text above reads, "Nobody: Pumpkin spice:" implying its popularity.

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Tempest
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I must be wired differently then. I can’t stand the pumpkin in every dish/drink part of autumn. Not a fan of the taste of pumpkin.

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#11

Waiting for Fall Weather

A Fall meme with a person angrily shouting, "WHERE IS THE FALL WEATHER?" The text above reads, "Me one week into September," expressing impatience for autumn.

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Geoffrey Scott
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Michigan here, currently 75F on Oct 11. HAVE had frost the last several nights though.

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#12

“Smelling the Crispy Fall Air”

A Fall meme featuring a cartoon character sniffing intensely with wide eyes. The text above reads, "When I walk outside and finally smell that crispy fall air."

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#14

Halloween Spirit

A Fall meme with a person wearing a carved pumpkin head in an office meeting. The text reads, "When it's 99 days until Halloween and no one else cares," highlighting their enthusiasm.

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The Commentator
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

JACK! WE NEED TO START PLANNING! THERE'S ONLY 364 DAYS TILL NEXT HALLOWEEN!

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#15

“When We Drain Pumpkins of Their Spice”

A Fall meme showing a shriveled pumpkin with a face, resembling a drained expression. Text above reads, "This is what happens when we drain pumpkins of their spice, think twice before you order that latte."

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ConstantlyJon
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

no this is what happens when I don't move my pumpkins off the porch until I hang the Christmas lights.

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#17

McMahon and The Foliage

A Fall meme using reaction images of increasing excitement alongside photos of trees changing colors from green to vibrant autumn hues, representing the joy of watching fall foliage progress.

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Tempest
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I live for this!! How can anyone dislike autumn when it’s like this outside?!

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#20

“Witching” for Fall

A Fall meme tweet that reads, "Can the witches please gather in the woods tonight and make fall happen already. I'm sick of being sad & sweaty, I'm ready to be melancholy & cozy," expressing a longing for cooler autumn weather.

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Lavern Defazio
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can gather in the woods tonite but the sad and sweaty ain't none of my business.

#22

“Fall Scents”

A Fall meme featuring a cartoon candle labeled "Cold Pumpkin Spice Latte You Forgot Hours Ago." The top text reads, "Fall Scents for Moms," humorously suggesting a relatable fragrance.

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#23

Fall Season at Trader Joe’s

A Fall meme tweet humorously describing how Trader Joe's embraces the season, turning everything into pumpkin spice, including bagels, tuna salad, and even "Dave."

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#25

“Hello Deranged Possum”

A Fall meme featuring a possum aggressively eating a fruit next to pumpkins. The text reads, "Bye hot girl summer, hello deranged possum fall," humorously embracing a chaotic autumn vibe.

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#26

Almost a Hoody Time

A Fall meme tweet that reads, "Not much longer, my darlings. Just have patience." -Me in my closet, talking to my hoodies," humorously expressing eagerness for cooler weather.

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QueenKittyCat
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Should I start talking to my blankets? I already talk to my cats who are supposed to keep me warm and they fail at doing their job.

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#28

Spooky Season

A Fall meme tweet that reads, "When I said I wanted spooky season I didn’t mean that I wanted to be scared half to death by 2 exams, 1 paper, a quiz, 3 assignments, and 2 labs due within 3 days," humorously expressing the stress of school during the fall season.

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#31

Water Leftovers

A Fall meme with text that reads, "Finally I can drink the water I left in my car overnight. Fall is here," accompanied by laughing and autumn-themed emojis, humorously celebrating cooler temperatures.

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Bec
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's weirdly specific. And treat yourself to some fresh water

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#32

“Too Early for Fall Decorations”

A Fall meme featuring a shriveled, decaying pumpkin with a grumpy expression. The text above reads, "When people say it's too early for fall decorations," humorously capturing the frustration of eager autumn enthusiasts.

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#33

Screaming for Fall

A Fall meme with a mannequin wearing a striped outfit, scarf, and a spooky mask in a shop window. The text reads, "Stepping out on the first day of fall," humorously capturing the excitement of embracing the autumn season.

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#34

The Starbucks Fall Temptation

A Fall meme with a scene where a person labeled "Me" looks stressed while another person labeled "Everything on the fall menu at Starbucks" is comforting them. In the background, a third person is labeled "My budget," highlighting the struggle of wanting seasonal treats but needing to stay within a budget.

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#35

Month-Long “Witching” Mood

A Fall meme featuring a cat wrapped in a Halloween-themed blanket, wearing a witch hat. The text above reads, "Mood for the whole of October," humorously capturing the cozy and spooky vibe of the month.

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#37

Cute Little Miss Fall

A Fall meme featuring a cartoon character in a witch hat holding a pumpkin spice drink and a jack-o-lantern bucket. The text reads, "Little miss tired of this heat and ready for spooky season," expressing eagerness for autumn and Halloween.

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#38

“Waiting for Summer to End”

A Fall meme with a person in a spooky costume sitting in the dark next to a glowing jack-o-lantern. The text above reads, "Waiting for summer to end like," humorously depicting the anticipation for the fall season.

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#40

Sweater Weather

A Fall meme featuring two fluffy dogs embracing. One is labeled "SWEATER WEATHER," and the other is labeled "ME," humorously capturing the excitement for cooler temperatures and cozy clothing.

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References


  1. Jrefrain “Why We Love Fall So Much, According to Psychology.” Avoid Mind, October 25, 2023. | https://www.verywellmind.com/the-psychological-reason-why-we-love-fall-so-much-5205863
  2. Hengchen Dai and Claire Li. “How experiencing and anticipating temporal landmarks influence motivation.” Current Opinion in Psychology vol. 26:44-48, April 2019. | https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2352250X18300423?via%3Dihub
  3. Tham DSY, Sowden PT, Grandison A, et al. “A systematic investigation of conceptual color associations.” Journal of Experimental Psychology, American Psychological Association, 2019. | https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037/xge0000703
  4. Kendra Cherry. “Psychology of the Color Orange.” Very Well Mind, March 14, 2023. | https://www.verywellmind.com/the-color-psychology-of-orange-2795818
  5. Divata Patil. “Coloring consumer’s psychology. using different shades the role of perception of colors by consumers in the consumer decision-making process: A micro study of select departmental stores in Mumbai City, India.” Journal of Business and Management Research. 2012 | https://www.jbrmr.com/cdn/article_file/i-16_c-135.pdf
  6. Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM. “Seasonal Weight Gain in the Fall.” Nutrition Facts, May 23, 2024. | https://nutritionfacts.org/blog/seasonal-weight-gain-in-the-fall/#:~:text=The+body+may+be+genetically,increased+consumption+in+the+fall. 
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