✦ Quadrantids from Santander

Quadrantids in Santander

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The Quadrantids meteor shower peaks from Santander around Jan 3-4, with up to 110 meteors per hour under ideal conditions. In 2026 a half moon will wash out fainter meteors, and the radiant in Boötes is best viewed after midnight. Local best viewing window: 2026-01-04 23:00:00 to 2026-01-05 04:00:00.

2026 Conditions in Santander

Peak Night
Jan 3-4
Max Meteors/Hour
110
Moon
🌓 Fair
Best Viewing
2026-01-04 23:00:00 — 2026-01-05 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 Boötes 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 →

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