Weather is a major environmental consideration for VFR flight. As pilots set their own personal minimums, the evaluation of following weather elements is highly recommended:

1. Ceiling and Visibility

   a) what are the current ceiling and visibility and how much room do I have between the reported / forecast ceilings and the terrain along my route?

   b) does this information suggest any need to change my planned altitude?

   c) if I have to fly lower to stay out of the clouds, will terrain be a factor?

   d) where are the cloud base and cloud top?