Here's how the probabilistic forecasttest would work for temperature, for instance: forecasters would be given 100 notional forecasting "tokens" for every forecast.
It is ironic that on the day the Committee offers this sham of a stress test the International Monetary Fund was giving an upbeat forecast of the global economy.
The grim weather had already seen off Ferrari, who took the forecast so seriously last weekend they decided to relocate to their regular test circuit in Maranello, away from the prying eyes of their rivals.
However, BBC Test Match Special commentator Simon Mann revealed on Twitter that heavy rain in Melbourne on Thursday - with more forecast for Friday - could put the Twenty20 match in doubt.