Question 1

Is the ISS visible from Chennai tonight?

Accepted Answer

The next visible ISS pass from Chennai is at 8:38 PM on Thursday, Jul 30, rising in the NW and reaching 17° above the horizon.

Question 2

Which direction do I look for the ISS from Chennai?

Accepted Answer

Face NW at the pass start time; the station climbs to about 17° and sets toward the NW. 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 Chennai?

1 visible pass

1 visible pass

2 visible passes

Is the ISS visible from Chennai?

1 visible pass

1 visible pass

2 visible passes