Chandra X-ray Observatory over Minneapolis tonight
Pass predictions for Minneapolis, MN.
Next visible pass
Sun, Jul 26, 4:11 AM
Peak elevation 24.99° · rises NW · sets NW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 26 | 4:11 AM | 24.99° | NW | NW |
| Jul 26 | 3:07 PM | 74.58° | NE | W |
| Jul 27 | 11:25 PM | 15.28° | NW | N |
| Jul 28 | 11:05 AM | 89.59° | NE | NW |
| Jul 29 | 4:20 PM | 61.76° | NE | W |
| Jul 30 | 11:59 AM | 83.48° | S | NW |
| Jul 31 | 1:24 PM | 82.20° | NE | NW |
How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from Minneapolis
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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