Chandra X-ray Observatory over Rome tonight
Pass predictions for Rome, IT.
Next visible pass
Thu, Sep 10, 3:03 PM
Peak elevation 40.86° · rises E · sets S
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 | 3:03 PM | 40.86° | E | S |
| Sep 11 | 4:58 AM | 77.96° | NE | NW |
| Sep 12 | 11:57 AM | 79.12° | NE | W |
| Sep 14 | 8:06 AM | 85.75° | NE | NW |
| Sep 15 | 1:07 PM | 66.47° | NE | W |
| Sep 16 | 9:19 AM | 87.11° | S | NW |
How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from Rome
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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