Chandra X-ray Observatory over Melbourne tonight
Pass predictions for Melbourne, AU.
Next visible pass
Mon, Oct 26, 9:54 AM
Peak elevation 11.05° · rises SW · sets W
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 26 | 9:54 AM | 11.05° | SW | W |
| Oct 28 | 1:57 PM | 61.59° | NE | E |
| Oct 30 | 2:51 PM | 15.24° | N | NW |
| Oct 31 | 1:41 PM | 18.73° | E | SE |
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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