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ISS tracker
The International Space Station is one object in the satellite catalog. This view opens satellites with ISS pass context so the station stands out from the rest of the sky.
Whether you can see the station also depends on weather, sun angle and your horizon. The map shows where the ISS is and where it is heading; a dedicated pass predictor gives exact viewing times for your location.
How to use this view
- Launch the globe and find the ISS label, or search for ISS.
- Enable ISS passes (Pro) for ground-track and pass context.
- If you want to see it in the sky, check a pass predictor for the time and direction.
Data source, update rate, and limits
The position is computed from the public ISS orbital elements published by CelesTrak, refreshed hourly. Pass geometry is calculated, not observed.
The map does not show crew activities or docking operations. NASA and its partner agencies are the authoritative sources for mission status.
Questions
Where is the ISS right now?
Launch the map. The icon shows the station’s current position, computed from its latest published orbital elements.
Will it fly over me tonight?
Check a dedicated pass predictor for times at your location. The map shows the orbit, but visibility also depends on darkness, sunlight on the station and weather.
Why does it differ from a photo I saw?
The station travels at about 7.66 km/s, so a few seconds of delay or slightly older orbital elements can shift the position noticeably.
Can I follow other space stations?
Yes. China’s Tiangong and other cataloged spacecraft appear as satellites when they are in the public element set.
Is this an official NASA tracker?
No. NASA and its partners remain the authoritative sources for mission status.
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