Night owls and rocket enthusiasts along Florida's Space Coast have a reason to set their alarms: SpaceX is targeting an overnight launch of its Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral in the early morning hours of Tuesday, July 14.
Falcon 9 has become a familiar sight above Florida's coastline, and overnight launches tend to offer some of the most dramatic viewing conditions, with the rocket's exhaust plume glowing against the dark sky and often visible from miles away.
Residents and visitors across a wide stretch of Central and East Florida — from the beaches of the Space Coast to the Orlando metro area — may be able to catch the spectacle depending on local weather and visibility conditions.
As always, the launch window is subject to range and weather constraints, so keeping an eye on SpaceX's official updates in the hours leading up to liftoff is a smart move before heading out to find a viewing spot.
This launch information was first reported by AOL News.
