Get some fuel in stock with 10-15 % Nitro. gallon may cost in the area of $15 depending on nitro level and where you buy it. Some clubs buy in bulk and sell at discount to members, mine does. As for the temp, we fly if it hits 45 down here and there are a lot of people in your part of the country that fly in colder weather. But having said that, this IS supposed to be fun. Pick a time/temp to your liking. Just don't let a nice day sneak up on you and be without fuel or freshly charged batteries. Meanwhile stay on the simulator, getting used to the disorientation that can occur when the plane is flying toward you and in other unusual attitudes will be of help.

NO<NO<NO flying without an instructor please. You might make it but the odds are against you.

Gotta leave for the house now, see ya in the morning