Alex Salmond should hope for sunshine on September 18.
Very unscientific observation at The Courier’s referendum roadshow on Tuesday indicated more people vote Yes when it is sunny.
By contrast, No votes pile up when it becomes overcast.
We rolled into Comrie and met Anne Culbert, of Methven. She is undecided and is concerned about immigration and jobs for young people.
John McSkimming, 67, a retired Tayside Contracts roadworker from Gilmerton, felt Westminster is too remote.
He also had no concerns about any future currency settlement.
“The currency will sort it itself out as will the question of Europe. There has been too much scaremongering going on. Independence will allow Scotland to fully elect the government of its choice.”
Ron Duthie, 70, a Brechin-born retired painter and decorator who has lived in Comrie for 30 years, was a firm No voter.
“I do not think we are ready and I do not think we would manage on our own. I do not see how we can keep the pound,” he said.
“Scotland will have to pick up a lot of bills that are met by the UK. I am worried about economics, currency and affordability.”
In Crieff we were visited by Derek Rutherford, 66, and Brenda Ferguson, 67, from Dollar.
They back Yes, because they believe it will lead to a more just Scotland.
Mrs Ferguson said: “I am concerned about the direction of Scotland under Westminster control. Scotland gets nothing from Westminster. We have foodbanks in almost every community.
“Independence will remove the bedroom tax and deliver social justice and help us continue to protect the NHS.”
In our fun ping-pong ball poll, No received 60% of the votes on the day, and Yes 40%.