Chandra X-ray Observatory over Melbourne tonight
Pass predictions for Melbourne, AU.
Next visible pass
Mon, Jul 27, 7:19 PM
Peak elevation 31.12° · rises NE · sets W
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 27 | 7:19 PM | 31.12° | NE | W |
| Jul 28 | 10:06 AM | 66.92° | SW | N |
| Jul 29 | 8:31 PM | 12.19° | N | N |
| Jul 30 | 6:51 PM | 80.49° | E | SE |
| Aug 1 | 7:23 PM | 20.41° | NE | NW |
How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from Melbourne
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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