Chandra X-ray Observatory over Phoenix tonight
Pass predictions for Phoenix, AZ.
Next visible pass
Wed, Sep 9, 6:57 PM
Peak elevation 88.00° · rises E · sets W
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9 | 6:57 PM | 88.00° | E | W |
| Sep 11 | 9:13 AM | 76.88° | NE | NW |
| Sep 12 | 1:00 PM | 75.45° | NE | W |
| Sep 13 | 8:44 AM | 85.56° | S | NW |
| Sep 14 | 10:44 AM | 84.45° | NE | NW |
| Sep 15 | 2:27 PM | 40.92° | E | S |
How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from Phoenix
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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