Chandra X-ray Observatory over Chicago tonight
Pass predictions for Chicago, IL.
Next visible pass
Mon, Oct 26, 2:42 AM
Peak elevation 81.74° · rises N · sets NW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 26 | 2:42 AM | 81.74° | N | NW |
| Oct 27 | 9:17 AM | 73.31° | NE | W |
| Oct 28 | 10:20 AM | 42.73° | W | N |
| Oct 29 | 6:10 AM | 89.31° | NE | NW |
| Oct 30 | 10:39 AM | 53.30° | E | SW |
| Oct 31 | 1:50 AM | 74.55° | E | NW |
How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from Chicago
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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