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Chandra X-ray Observatory over Atlanta tonight

Pass predictions for Atlanta, GA.

Next visible pass
Wed, Sep 9, 12:59 PM
Peak elevation 89.75° · rises NE · sets NW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)

7-day pass forecast

DateTimePeak elevRisesSets
Sep 912:59 PM89.75°NENW
Sep 119:44 AM75.52°NENW
Sep 121:54 PM78.61°NEW
Sep 1311:58 AM59.00°SWNW
Sep 1411:33 AM83.05°NENW
Sep 153:07 PM53.27°ES

How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from Atlanta

NASA's flagship X-ray space telescope.

  • Look in the direction listed — passes start near the horizon and arc across the sky.
  • Peak elevation matters — a 60°+ peak means it'll go nearly overhead; under 30° stays low.
  • Best viewing is in the 90 minutes after sunset or before sunrise — the satellite is sunlit while you're in shadow.
  • No equipment needed for bright passes — the ISS at peak rivals Venus.

Going to look up?

For fainter satellites you'll want 7×50 or 10×50 binoculars. A pair of Celestron SkyMaster binoculars is the consensus pick. Affiliate placement — replace with your affiliate link.

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