Chandra X-ray Observatory over Rome tonight
Pass predictions for Rome, IT.
Next visible pass
Sun, Jul 26, 2:22 PM
Peak elevation 85.07° · rises NE · sets NW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 26 | 2:22 PM | 85.07° | NE | NW |
| Jul 27 | 6:48 PM | 27.48° | E | S |
| Jul 28 | 8:23 AM | 80.80° | NE | NW |
| Jul 29 | 3:21 PM | 76.25° | NE | W |
| Jul 30 | 8:56 PM | 20.73° | NW | N |
| Jul 31 | 12:06 PM | 88.27° | NE | NW |
| Aug 1 | 4:30 PM | 61.96° | NE | W |
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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