Chandra X-ray Observatory over Pittsburgh tonight
Pass predictions for Pittsburgh, PA.
Next visible pass
Sat, Oct 24, 9:38 PM
Peak elevation 33.76° · rises W · sets NW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24 | 9:38 PM | 33.76° | W | NW |
| Oct 26 | 3:26 AM | 79.76° | N | NW |
| Oct 27 | 9:49 AM | 75.58° | NE | W |
| Oct 28 | 11:31 AM | 36.77° | W | NW |
| Oct 29 | 6:47 AM | 87.35° | NE | NW |
| Oct 30 | 11:05 AM | 56.69° | E | SW |
How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from Pittsburgh
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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