TV channels & antenna towers in Punta Rassa, Florida
Punta Rassa has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 15 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WXDT-LD, 10.0 miles to the E.
Network channels in Punta Rassa
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMWWDT-CDTelemundo | 43 | 10.0 mi | 83° E | Good | Naples, FL |
| UNIWUVF-LDUnivision | 2 | 21 mi | 118° ESE | Fair | Naples, FL |
| FOXWFTX-TVFox | 36 | 25 mi | 32° NNE | Strong | Cape Coral, FL |
| CBSWINK-TVCBS | 11 | 27 mi | 35° NE | Good | Fort Myers, FL |
| UNIWLZE-LDUnivision | 51 | 27 mi | 35° NE | Fair | Fort Myers, FL |
| CWWXCWCW | 46 | 27 mi | 35° NE | Good | Naples, FL |
| PBSWGCUPBS | 30 | 27 mi | 34° NE | Good | Fort Myers, FL |
| ABCWZVN-TVABC | 26 | 28 mi | 33° NNE | Good | Naples, FL |
| NBCWBBH-TVNBC | 20 | 28 mi | 33° NNE | Good | Fort Myers, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Punta Rassa
Punta Rassa is a small community of about 1,750 people in Florida. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 16 licensed TV transmitters: 7 full-power, 2 Class A and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 15 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.
9 of them are within 25 miles of Punta Rassa, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 1 is more than 45 miles out. Four of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Naples, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Naples's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 26 (WZVN-TV), CBS on channel 11 (WINK-TV), NBC on channel 20 (WBBH-TV), Fox on channel 36 (WFTX-TV), PBS on channel 30 (WGCU), CW on channel 46 (WXCW), Telemundo on channel 43 (WWDT-CD) and Univision on channel 2 (WUVF-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (fair signal). 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Punta Rassa
Point your antenna NNE, at about 34°. The main network towers for Punta Rassa sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, WFTX-TV, WINK-TV, WXCW, WGCU and WZVN-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 25 miles northeast of Punta Rassa (32° NNE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Punta Rassa at fair strength or better, 86% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Punta Rassa, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Punta Rassa
The farthest main network tower for Punta Rassa is WBBH-TV (NBC), 28 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Punta Rassa
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WXDT-LDLow power | 10.0 mi | 83° E | Good | Naples, FL |
| WZDT-LDLow power | 10.0 mi | 83° E | Good | Naples, FL |
| WGPS-LDLow power | 13 mi | 102° ESE | Fair | Fort Myers, FL |
| WANA-LDLow power | 21 mi | 118° ESE | Fair | Naples, FL |
| WHDN-CDClass A | 23 mi | 148° SSE | Fair | Naples, FL |
| WRXY-TVFull power | 25 mi | 33° NNE | Strong | Tice, FL |
| WSNN-LDLow power | 50 mi | 332° NNW | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
How Punta Rassa compares with the rest of Florida
With 15 stations at fair strength or better, Punta Rassa ranks 620th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 10.0 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.
60% of Florida's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Cape Coral, 6.5 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Punta Rassa: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 33° NNE, the direction of WBBH-TV (NBC), 28 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 15 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is ABC in Punta Rassa, FL?
ABC is on channel 26 from WZVN-TV, broadcasting from 28 miles NNE of Punta Rassa. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Punta Rassa, FL?
CBS is on channel 11 from WINK-TV, broadcasting from 27 miles NE of Punta Rassa. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Punta Rassa, FL?
NBC is on channel 20 from WBBH-TV, broadcasting from 28 miles NNE of Punta Rassa. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Punta Rassa, FL?
Fox is on channel 36 from WFTX-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles NNE of Punta Rassa. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is PBS in Punta Rassa, FL?
PBS is on channel 30 from WGCU, broadcasting from 27 miles NE of Punta Rassa. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Punta Rassa?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Punta Rassa; around 15 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.
Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Punta Rassa?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 34°. The main network towers for Punta Rassa sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Punta Rassa?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Punta Rassa?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Punta Rassa?
Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.
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More: all TV stations in Florida · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Punta Rassa; signal estimates ignore terrain.