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Chandra X-ray Observatory over London tonight

Pass predictions for London, GB.

Next visible pass
Sun, Oct 25, 10:12 AM
Peak elevation 37.95° · rises E · sets SW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)

7-day pass forecast

DateTimePeak elevRisesSets
Oct 2510:12 AM37.95°ESW
Oct 2612:39 AM86.29°ENW
Oct 276:14 AM70.89°NENW
Oct 286:40 PM85.91°NNW
Oct 307:58 AM58.97°NEW
Oct 316:26 AM73.33°SWN

How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from London

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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