Speaking of forecasts . . . in the olden days when I was doing my night VFR rating in a rainy and cold Perth winter I called up Flight Service (anyone remember them?) to get a forecast and possibly submit my flight plan. After declaring what I intended doing that night the guy at the other end took a deep breath and wistfully said “Do have a fireplace at home?”. I said yes, somewhat puzzled. He quickly added “And a bottle of port – because that’s where you should be”. It was good advice and I now thank him for his wisdom.