Tech myths - refrigerated batteries

How many of you have heard this one?
"If you want your batteries to last longer you should store them in the refrigerator."

This is a myth.  This is NOT true, as a matter of fact storing your battering in the refrigerator may end up doing more harm since extreme heat or cold reduce their performance.  It is best to simply leave then in an area where they'll be:

1. at normal room temperature (68°F to 78°F or 20°C to 25°C) and
2. DRY!!

NB: It is perfectly normal for batteries to lose some of their charge while in storage (nickel-cadmium batteries lose the most), but placing them in the refrigerator will not stop this from happening.  You should also keep them from heat sources including having them sitting on a shelf in direct sunlight.  Heat kills batteries.

Here's what Energizer has to say on the issue.