Question 1

Is the ISS visible from Anchorage tonight?

Accepted Answer

The next visible ISS pass from Anchorage is at 10:05 PM on Saturday, Sep 12, rising in the S and reaching 13° above the horizon.

Question 2

Which direction do I look for the ISS from Anchorage?

Accepted Answer

Face S at the pass start time; the station climbs to about 13° and sets toward the SSE. It looks like a steady, fast-moving bright star with no flashing lights.

Question 3

How bright is the ISS?

Accepted Answer

The ISS is one of the brightest objects in the night sky — often brighter than any star or planet on a high overhead pass (magnitude −2 to −3.5). It's easily seen even from bright cities.

Is the ISS visible from Anchorage?

1 visible pass

2 visible passes

1 visible pass

Is the ISS visible from Anchorage?

1 visible pass

2 visible passes

1 visible pass