Chandra X-ray Observatory over Austin tonight
Pass predictions for Austin, TX.
Next visible pass
Wed, Sep 9, 3:50 PM
Peak elevation 87.58° · rises NE · sets W
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9 | 3:50 PM | 87.58° | NE | W |
| Sep 11 | 10:27 AM | 72.69° | NE | NW |
| Sep 12 | 2:04 PM | 80.66° | NE | W |
| Sep 13 | 10:47 AM | 70.20° | SW | NW |
| Sep 14 | 11:55 AM | 80.24° | NE | NW |
| Sep 15 | 3:17 PM | 51.02° | E | S |
How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from Austin
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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