Chandra X-ray Observatory over Los Angeles tonight
Pass predictions for Los Angeles, CA.
Next visible pass
Sat, Jul 25, 7:14 PM
Peak elevation 73.01° · rises NE · sets NW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25 | 7:14 PM | 73.01° | NE | NW |
| Jul 26 | 3:50 PM | 83.97° | NE | W |
| Jul 27 | 8:31 PM | 17.56° | NW | NW |
| Jul 28 | 1:20 PM | 80.46° | NE | NW |
| Jul 29 | 4:47 PM | 69.20° | E | W |
| Jul 30 | 9:49 AM | 65.53° | S | NW |
| Jul 31 | 2:32 PM | 87.98° | NE | NW |
How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from Los Angeles
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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