This Christmas, in addition to a family dinner, you can also enjoy the ISS (International Space Station) that leaves the sky almost like Santa Claus. Here we show you how to track and track it at the right time.
The ISS orbits the earth many times a day but it is at night when it can be clearly seen between the stars and the sky. This Christmas, if the weather permits it, would be a good time to look at its passing as if it were Santa Claus itself.
When can I see the ISS above the sky?
Although we invite you to do this over Christmas, along with all other family members, it is clear that their vision can be realized every day. Here we discuss some applications that will simplify your identification.
The ISS, in fact, passes through Spain daily. It orbits the earth 16 times a day, but some of these passes are present during the day, which makes its appearance difficult depending on the pattern of its orbit. If you miss the ISS at Christmas, you can use the same programs throughout the year.
In fact, last year, the ISS only appeared on Christmas morning at 07:30 AM. The 2019 timetables have not been made public yet, but NASA reports in advance and we tell you.
How can I follow the ISS?
During the day, it is very difficult to find the ISS, but at night, everything changes and it turns out that it ends up being the third brightest thing in the sky to fly like a plane crossing the sky, even though it does so much to lift and quickly.
It is best not to build high expectations for the young, as the vision may not be perfect, especially when it is cloudy, but we recommend using other programs to help you.
In fact, there are some who behave like authentic ISS seekers and it's enough that you put it on your mobile phone to get detailed information about its trajectory at all times, in addition to some kind of curious information.
GoISSWatch ISS Tracking
This free app available for Android and iOS, is one of the best things you can find in the store. It allows you to use a compass to help you know exactly where you should aim to find the passing ISS.
It also provides estimates of the times when our heads will pass, depending on the location, and the exact time at which the visibility will be better, including meteorological information.
Through the not ification system,
ISS Finder
Another way you can try ISS Finder. Also, it is very accurate, although its construction is not as detailed as before. It has night mode that can mimic the best conditions and leave light pollution on the side.
Although we love the 3D image shown by the GoISSWatch App that helps you see where you can look in the sky, the ISS Finder is less visible, but will also allow you to point the object precisely over the surface.
What the ISS Finder is frankly doing is one of the constellations to help you decide the best time to see it. We also found in this application some interesting information about the ISS team.
The third plan we recommend you try ISS Satellite Tracker Detector. It shows a decrease in the passing of the next ISS which turns out to be quite useful, with a 3D tracking image similar to that used by GoSSWatch, which has a height meter.
You can also use notifications right away to make sure you never miss the next one. You have to put up with ads that appear in most of these apps, they may annoy you in some way, but in return you get a free app.
NASA mail notifications
You should know that NASA has a dedicated website which will allow you to view and subscribe to alerts or messages when the ISS flies above your normal location. It also has some interesting tips.
NASA notes that it's a Space Station It is the third bright thing you will see in the sky, mimic a fast plane, until you realize it has no flashing lights. You will find it at the speed of its movement in front of something.
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