Chandra X-ray Observatory over Vancouver tonight
Pass predictions for Vancouver, CA.
Next visible pass
Sun, Jul 26, 1:56 AM
Peak elevation 47.20° · rises W · sets NW
Tracking: CXO (NORAD 25867)
7-day pass forecast
| Date | Time | Peak elev | Rises | Sets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 26 | 1:56 AM | 47.20° | W | NW |
| Jul 26 | 3:01 PM | 67.65° | NE | W |
| Jul 27 | 7:47 PM | 31.84° | W | N |
| Jul 28 | 10:12 AM | 83.36° | N | NW |
| Jul 29 | 4:29 PM | 52.57° | NE | SW |
| Jul 30 | 10:09 AM | 82.11° | SE | NW |
| Jul 31 | 1:08 PM | 75.82° | NE | NW |
How to spot Chandra X-ray Observatory from Vancouver
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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