Venus at greatest Eastern elongation

Throughout the day & into the night of Sunday the 4th of June across the E – W horizon

from approx 11.00 hrs to approx 23.00 hrs

the planet Venus will be at greatest Eastern elongation 45.4° from the Sun (to the left)

if you plan to observe / image this event remember to dress for the conditions

The Sun will be present as this event takes place So Please remember your Solar Safety :-

DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE SUN WITHOUT THE CORRECT SOLAR FILTER FITTED TO YOUR EQUIPMENT

OR SOLAR SAFETY GLASSES FOR YOUR EYES