I instead ran CS’s ‘thought experiment’ for a day VFR flight in severe CAVOK. If I’m flying along below the higher of 3,000’ AMSL and 1,000’ AGL in e.g a Bonanza or RV9A, I cannot see the vast areas of ground (or water) under the fuselage or wings or behind me from time to time. Does that mean I’m not in VMC? I think not. And, most importantly, I can see the ground or water that will rise up and smite me: The stuff I’m flying towards.
If you’re really flying NVFR in G at or below 3,000’ AMSL or 1,000’ AGL and
really “can’t see sh*t” - nothing, even in the direction you’re flying - I really wish you luck. Count me out. You’ve taken the V out of VFR in G at or below 3,000’ AMSL or 1,000’ AGL.
Be careful out there, fly safe, be mindful of your skill and proficiency.
Hear! Hear!