Chandra X-ray Observatory over Austin tonight
Pass predictions for Austin, TX.
Next visible pass
Sat, Jul 25, 9:14 PM
Peak elevation 67.72° · rises N · sets NW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25 | 9:14 PM | 67.72° | N | NW |
| Jul 26 | 4:32 PM | 89.61° | NE | W |
| Jul 28 | 2:08 PM | 75.31° | NE | NW |
| Jul 29 | 5:22 PM | 76.48° | NE | W |
| Jul 30 | 11:43 AM | 77.60° | S | NW |
| Jul 31 | 3:18 PM | 82.72° | NE | NW |
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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