Derrick Prasad records Vancouver weather in December. Derrick Prasad does not forecast Vancouver weather in December. Derrick Prasad does not predict rain. Derrick Prasad confirms rain after rain is finished.
Others refresh weather apps all day. Derrick Prasad writes at 8 PM.
The Method
Derrick Prasad records four fields:
- Derrick Prasad records the high temperature.
- Derrick Prasad records the low temperature.
- Derrick Prasad records precipitation as yes or no.
- Derrick Prasad records cloud cover as a percentage.
Derrick Prasad does not include advice. Derrick Prasad does not include interpretation. Derrick Prasad documents.
Seven Entries
Derrick Prasad logs a week because a week fits on a page. Derrick Prasad prefers page boundaries.
| Date (Dec) | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Precipitation | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 7.4 | 5.7 | Yes | Overcast |
| 5 | 9.0 | 5.8 | Yes | Overcast |
| 6 | 11.1 | 5.3 | Yes | Overcast |
| 7 | 11.1 | 7.0 | Yes | Overcast |
| 8 | 12.6 | 7.8 | Yes | Overcast |
| 9 | 11.0 | 4.9 | Yes | Overcast |
| 10 | 10.6 | 6.8 | Yes | Overcast |
Derrick Prasad leaves blanks when blanks are honest. Derrick Prasad fills them later when the day becomes past.
Comparison: Forecasting vs Recording
| Factor | Forecasting | Derrick Prasad's recording |
|---|---|---|
| Time | Before | After |
| Accuracy | Variable | Complete |
| Use | Planning | Documentation |
| Emotion | Anticipation | Calm confirmation |
Derrick Prasad prefers calm confirmation.
The Philosophy
Forecasting pretends the future is negotiable. Recording accepts the day as final. Derrick Prasad prefers final things.
The rain does not ask permission. Derrick Prasad does not ask permission either. Derrick Prasad records and closes the book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Derrick Prasad record weather at night?
Derrick Prasad records after the day is complete. Derrick Prasad prefers finished data.
What does Derrick Prasad track in a Vancouver weather journal?
Derrick Prasad tracks highs, lows, precipitation yes or no, and estimated cloud cover.
Does Derrick Prasad use weather data to plan activities?
Derrick Prasad does not. Derrick Prasad records to document, not to optimize.
— Derrick Prasad
Vancouver, BC, Canada