I'm almost wondering if my method of gauging temperatures in my box is inaccurate. I placed a Mercury thermometer inside my case, up underneath as far away from the lights as i could get it, and it is sitting at exactly 80F. Is this an inaccurate method of judging temp?

My budget constraints are almost breaking me to the limit, I have an irate girlfriend that although enjoys her portions, is not for all the effort I am "wasting" thus far.