Chandra X-ray Observatory over Phoenix tonight
Pass predictions for Phoenix, AZ.
Next visible pass
Sun, Jul 26, 3:25 PM
Peak elevation 85.12° · rises NE · sets W
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 26 | 3:25 PM | 85.12° | NE | W |
| Jul 27 | 9:10 PM | 13.78° | NW | NW |
| Jul 28 | 12:55 PM | 79.47° | NE | NW |
| Jul 29 | 4:20 PM | 70.89° | NE | W |
| Jul 30 | 9:47 AM | 64.59° | S | NW |
| Jul 31 | 2:07 PM | 86.95° | NE | NW |
| Aug 1 | 6:15 PM | 23.88° | E | SE |
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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