✦ Eta Aquariids from Santander
Eta Aquariids in Santander
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The Eta Aquariids meteor shower peaks from Santander around May 5-6, with up to 40 meteors per hour under ideal conditions. In 2026 a new moon means dark skies, and the radiant in Aquarius is best viewed after midnight. Local best viewing window: 2026-05-05 23:00:00 to 2026-05-06 04:00:00. The shower favours southern latitudes, but northern observers can still catch bright meteors low on the horizon before dawn.
2026 Conditions in Santander
Peak Night
May 5-6
Max Meteors/Hour
40
Moon
🌑 Great
Best Viewing
2026-05-05 23:00:00 — 2026-05-06 04:00:00
How to Watch from Santander
- Find a dark spot away from city lights — parks, hilltops, or rooftops work well
- Lie on your back and look straight up — no telescope needed
- Give your eyes 20 minutes to adapt to the dark
- Best viewing is usually after midnight when Aquarius is highest
◐ Total Solar Eclipse 2026 in Santander
Santander sits inside the path of totality, so the sky goes completely dark.
Eclipse times in Santander →