Chandra X-ray Observatory over Los Angeles tonight
Pass predictions for Los Angeles, CA.
Next visible pass
Wed, Sep 9, 12:05 AM
Peak elevation 23.87° · rises NW · sets NW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9 | 12:05 AM | 23.87° | NW | NW |
| Sep 9 | 12:31 PM | 86.89° | NE | W |
| Sep 11 | 9:39 AM | 77.88° | NE | NW |
| Sep 12 | 1:27 PM | 73.95° | NE | W |
| Sep 13 | 8:43 AM | 88.10° | S | NW |
| Sep 14 | 11:09 AM | 85.47° | NE | NW |
| Sep 15 | 3:00 PM | 36.96° | E | S |
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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