Chandra X-ray Observatory over Auckland tonight
Pass predictions for Auckland, NZ.
Next visible pass
Sun, Oct 25, 2:36 PM
Peak elevation 22.19° · rises NE · sets NW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 25 | 2:36 PM | 22.19° | NE | NW |
| Oct 28 | 1:59 PM | 73.79° | NE | NE |
| Oct 30 | 2:56 PM | 14.24° | N | NW |
| Oct 31 | 1:35 PM | 43.37° | E | SE |
How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from Auckland
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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