100+ Autumn Riddles That Capture the Magic of Fall

1. I paint the leaves in red and gold, A sight to love, a view to hold. What am I?

Fall 🍂

2. I dance around when the cold winds blow, Making trees sway to and fro. What am I?

Autumn Breeze 🍃

3. When I appear, the days grow cool, It’s time for jackets, that’s the rule! What am I?

Autumn Season 🍁

4. I fall from trees, crunchy and bright, Kids love jumping in me with delight. What am I?

Pile of Leaves 🍂

5. I’m round and orange, carved with care, On spooky nights, I give a scare. What am I?

Pumpkin 🎃

6. I wake you up with a chilly touch, Morning’s breath, but not too much. What am I?

Autumn Fog 🌫️

7. I bring flavors that warm your soul, Cinnamon, nutmeg, in a roll. What am I?

Pumpkin Spice ☕

8. I’m a harvest treat, golden and sweet, Buttered up, I’m good to eat! What am I?

Corn 🌽

9. In October, I fill the air, Costumes, candy, a little scare. What am I?

Halloween 👻

10. I help birds take off in flight, Heading south till spring feels right. What am I?

Migration 🦅

11. You rake me up and toss me high, Watching me swirl into the sky. What am I?

Falling Leaves 🍁

12. I sit on porches, lit at night, Smiling faces, glowing bright. What am I?

Jack-o’-lantern 🎃

1. I fall down but never trip, Crunch beneath your feet, then flip! What am I?

Autumn Leaves 🍂

2. I’m orange, round, and love the fall, But I’m scared of knives, not tall. What am I?

Pumpkin 🎃

3. When I arrive, the sun hides tight, And sweaters hug you nice and right. What am I?

Sweater Weather 🧥

4. You’ll find me in pies and coffee, too, Spicy, warm, a drink to brew. What am I?

Pumpkin Spice ☕

5. I’m made of hay, I stand up tall, But birds don’t fear me much at all! What am I?

Scarecrow 🏞️

6. I make kids scream, I make them cheer, Treats or tricks—I bring the fear! What am I?

Halloween Night 🎃

7. I crunch a lot, but I’m not a snack, Step on me once, no turning back! What am I?

Dry Leaves 🍁

8. I’m tall and golden, swaying high, My kernels pop, give me a try! What am I?

Cornfield 🌽

9. I’m a fruit, both big and small, Pick me fresh, don’t let me fall. What am I?

Apple 🍏

10. I drop from trees and love the ground, But I’m not a squirrel’s favorite round! What am I?

Pine Cone 🌲

11. I sneak up in the morning light, A misty hug, soft but white. What am I?

Autumn Fog 🌬️

12. I make your nose red, make you sneeze, But you love my crisp, cool breeze! What am I?

Autumn Air 🍃

1. I turn green leaves to red and gold, A sign that summer’s days are old. What am I?

Autumn 🍂

2. I fall but I am not a tear, I cover the ground this time of year. What am I?

Leaves 🍁

3. I sit on porches, big and bright, Carved with faces, glowing at night. What am I?

Jack-o’-lantern 🎃

4. You wear me when the cold winds blow, I wrap you up from head to toe. What am I?

Scarf 🧣

5. I’m a fruit that’s juicy and sweet, Red or green, a crispy treat. What am I?

Apple 🍏

6. I’m round, I roll, and taste so sweet, Pies love me, I’m such a treat! What am I?

Pumpkin 🎃

7. I blow and swirl, I make trees shake, When I’m too strong, stay by the lake. What am I?

Autumn Wind 🍃

8. I scare the birds, I stand up tall, But I can’t really move at all! What am I?

Scarecrow 🌾

9. I’m filled with straw, I wear old clothes, Standing guard where the corn still grows. What am I?

Scarecrow 🌽

10. I turn fields gold, I make food grow, Farmers love me, that I know! What am I?

Harvest 🌾

11. I creep in fields and homes at night, In autumn’s air, I bring some fright! What am I?

Halloween Ghost 👻

12. I crunch and crack with every step, Covering the ground where I am kept. What am I?

Fallen Leaves 🍂

1. I creep in quiet with crisp night air, A misty touch, I’m hardly there. What am I?

Fog 🌫️

2. I rise in rows, then disappear, Farmers need me every year. What am I?

Crops 🌽

3. I paint the trees in colors bright, But when I leave, they turn to white. What am I?

Autumn Breeze 🍃

4. I twist and swirl, then touch the sky, With golden sparks, I flicker high. What am I?

Bonfire 🔥

5. In autumn fields, I stand so proud, My golden heads bow in a crowd. What am I?

Wheat 🌾

6. I’m sweet and crisp, but not a pear, People pick me from trees with care. What am I?

Apple 🍏

7. I fill the air with scents so sweet, When baked inside a warm fall treat. What am I?

Cinnamon 🍂

8. I fall from trees, but not too fast, In autumn's arms, I take my last. What am I?

Leaves 🍁

9. I bring the cold, I bring the chill, I whisper softly on the hill. What am I?

Autumn Wind 🌬️

10. You dress in me, both thick and tight, As days grow short and lose their light. What am I?

Sweater 🧥

11. I hold the seeds, yet fly with ease, When wind arrives, I dance with leaves. What am I?

Dandelion 🌼

12. I turn the days from bright to dim, And bring the chills of autumn in. What am I?

Shorter Days 🌅

1. I bring the cold, but I am not ice, I make you shiver, but I feel nice. What am I?

Autumn Breeze 🍃

2. I crunch beneath your moving feet, A blanket made of gold so neat. What am I?

Fallen Leaves 🍂

3. I make you carve, I make you light, I glow so bright on spooky nights. What am I?

Jack-o'-lantern 🎃

4. I wave goodbye when the birds take flight, They leave for warmth before the night. What am I?

Migration 🦅

5. I bring the harvest, fill up the stores, But soon the winter knocks on doors. What am I?

Autumn Season 🍁

6. I turn the trees from green to red, A sign that summer’s joy has fled. What am I?

Changing Leaves 🌳

7. You’ll find me piled in every yard, Rake me up, it’s not too hard. What am I?

Leaf Piles 🍂

8. I’m round and orange, big or small, Without me, there’s no fall. What am I?

Pumpkin 🎃

9. I whisper warnings before the snow, My chilly touch lets you know. What am I?

Frost ❄️

10. People sip me when it’s cold, With cinnamon spice, I’m loved and sold. What am I?

Apple Cider 🍏

11. I bring the kids a spooky delight, I come alive on Halloween night. What am I?

Costumes 👻

12. I help the trees prepare to rest, Stripping them bare, I do my best. What am I?

Autumn Wind 🌬️

1. I steal the sun, make days turn gray, Cold winds whisper, skies fade away. What am I?

Autumn Clouds ☁️

2. I hide in fields, tall and wide, A spooky maze where kids collide. What am I?

Corn Maze 🌽

3. I dress in flames but do not burn, A yearly trick, the trees all learn. What am I?

Autumn Leaves 🍁

4. I arrive when summer’s done, But soon enough, I too am gone. What am I?

Fall Season 🍂

5. I creep at night, I chill your bones, A ghostly fog among the stones. What am I?

Misty Autumn Fog 🌫️

6. I'm made of flesh, but I have no heart, I glow in the dark, a spooky art. What am I?

Carved Pumpkin 🎃

7. I swirl around but have no feet, I dance with leaves down every street. What am I?

Autumn Wind 🌬️

8. I bring both joy and fear at night, People dress up to give a fright. What am I?

Halloween 👻

9. I drop from trees, but I'm not rain, When I am gone, bare branches remain. What am I?

Falling Leaves 🍂

10. I make the sky a crimson hue, I warn that winter’s coming too. What am I?

Autumn Sunset 🌅

11. I vanish fast, my life is brief, I color trees, then fall like grief. What am I?

Autumn Beauty 🍁

12. I bring you warmth when nights are cold, A drink of spice, so rich and bold. What am I?

Pumpkin Spice Latte ☕

1. I fall from trees and crunch so loud, In red and gold, I make a crowd. What am I?

Autumn Leaves 🍁

2. I'm round and orange, big or small, You carve a face and light my hall. What am I?

Pumpkin 🎃

3. I fly around but I'm not a plane, I dance with leaves, I love the rain. What am I?

Autumn Wind 🌬️

4. I am warm, I hug you tight, Wear me once, you’ll feel just right. What am I?

Cozy Sweater 🧥

5. I come at night, I bring some fright, With tricks and treats, I cause delight. What am I?

Halloween 👻

6. I sit on porches, big and bright, I glow so strong, I give you light. What am I?

Jack-O'-Lantern 🎃

7. I hide inside a crunchy shell, A tasty treat you know so well. What am I?

Acorn 🌰

8. I fly in air but I'm not a bird, I’m held with strings, haven’t you heard? What am I?

Kite 🪁

9. I smell so good, I taste just right, With apples warm, I bring delight. What am I?

Apple Pie 🥧

10. I scare the crows and guard the wheat, With hat and straw, I have no feet. What am I?

Scarecrow 🌾

11. I'm full of fun, I bring you cheer, But once I pass, snow will appear. What am I?

Autumn Season 🍂

12. I’m round and crisp, red, green, or gold, Take a bite, I’m sweet or bold. What am I?

Apple 🍏

1. I paint the trees in shades so bright, But soon they fall, a golden sight. What am I?

Autumn Foliage 🍁

2. I bring a chill but not too strong, A cozy time, but not for long. What am I?

Crisp Autumn Air 🍂

3. I hold your drink, I keep it warm, In autumn hands, I’m quite the norm. What am I?

Coffee Mug ☕

4. I’m full of flavors, rich and deep, I pair with fire, before you sleep. What am I?

Red Wine 🍇

5. I am baked with spice and cream, A slice of me is like a dream. What am I?

Pumpkin Pie 🥧

6. I light the sky in colors bold, A crisp night chill, my story’s told. What am I?

Autumn Sunset 🌅

7. I crunch beneath your walking feet, A pathway full of scents so sweet. What am I?

Fallen Leaves 🍂

8. I gather friends for food and cheer, I come just once in every year. What am I?

Thanksgiving 🦃

9. I wrap around to keep you tight, I’m soft and warm on chilly nights. What am I?

Woolen Scarf 🧣

10. I swirl in cups, both bold and sweet, My spice and warmth make fall complete. What am I?

Pumpkin Spice Latte 🎃☕

11. I rustle trees, I chill your skin, My whisper calls the fall within. What am I?

Autumn Breeze 🍃

12. I stand with corn, both tall and wide, A maze of paths, where fun can hide. What am I?

Corn Maze 🌽

1. I dress the trees in gold and red, Then lay a blanket where you tread. What am I?

Autumn Leaves 🍂

2. I paint the sky in amber light, A golden glow before the night. What am I?

Autumn Sunset 🌅

3. I’m carved with smiles, a glowing sight, On Halloween, I bring delight. What am I?

Jack-o’-Lantern 🎃

4. I whisper soft through trees so tall, A chilly friend that comes with fall. What am I?

Autumn Wind 🍃

5. I grow on vines, round and bright, Turned into pies, a tasty bite. What am I?

Pumpkin 🎃

6. I gather folks for food and cheer, A day of thanks, once a year. What am I?

Thanksgiving 🦃

7. I swirl in cups, with spice so sweet, A cozy drink that’s quite the treat. What am I?

Pumpkin Spice Latte ☕

8. I dance in air, both red and gold, A sign that autumn has taken hold. What am I?

Falling Leaves 🍁

9. I’m a trail through corn, both twist and turn, A fun fall game, where lessons are learned. What am I?

Corn Maze 🌽

10. I light the fire, keep you warm, A rustic scent, a heart’s reform. What am I?

Bonfire 🔥

11. I hide in trees, my coat is gray, I gather nuts all through the day. What am I?

Squirrel 🐿️

12. I wrap you up in wool so tight, To keep you warm on chilly nights. What am I?

Cozy Blanket 🛏️