DO NOT FORGET THAT IT IS DANGEROUS TO OBSERVE THE SUN WITHOUT SPECIAL PROTECTION! The only completely safe way is to project an image of the sun on a white surface (for instance, a piece of paper or cardboard).

Good morning! There is now just over 2 hours until the beginning of the transit! The sky over the ESO HQ in Garching is brightening after a mild and starry night. The observing prospects look good here - there may be some high and thin clouds but we will know more when the Sun rises. Stand-by for more news!

Here is a collection of recent images obtained in different places.