Venus is so bright that it is said to be visible even during the day if it's not too close to the sun.
The trick is, you need to know exactly where to look and look at that very spot.
I have tried it a number of times with great success beyond some fleeting glimpses.
It's best to situate yourself so the sun is hidden by a building or large tree and Venus is very close to a distant object, such as a church steeple or a radio tower.
This afternoon is a good time to give Venus a try before sunset.
The sun sets at about 5:55 p.m. so try to look for Venus around 5 p.m.
The sun will be low in the sky, and the three-day-old crescent moon will be about 45 degrees above the western horizon.
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You might want to find the moon first with binoculars, and then try looking with just your naked eye. Venus will be above and left of the moon.
If you're not successful, give it a try Friday afternoon. The moon will be higher above the western horizon and a larger four-day-old crescent. Now Venus will be directly below the moon closer to the horizon.
I am going to give it a try both days as I want to join those who regularly spot Venus during the day.