Chandra X-ray Observatory over Phoenix tonight
Pass predictions for Phoenix, AZ.
Next visible pass
Sat, Oct 24, 9:38 PM
Peak elevation 22.14° · rises W · sets NW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24 | 9:38 PM | 22.14° | W | NW |
| Oct 26 | 5:25 AM | 74.43° | NE | NW |
| Oct 27 | 9:41 AM | 79.48° | NE | W |
| Oct 28 | 7:51 AM | 56.94° | SW | NW |
| Oct 29 | 7:19 AM | 82.02° | NE | NW |
| Oct 30 | 10:54 AM | 54.04° | E | SW |
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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