TV channels & antenna towers in South Pasadena, Florida
South Pasadena has 31 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 27 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W32FH-D, 6.6 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in South Pasadena
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWWSBABC | 40 | 26 mi | 121° ESE | Good | Sarasota, FL |
| IONWXPX-TVION | 66 | 29 mi | 81° E | Good | Bradenton, FL |
| CBSWTSPCBS | 10 | 29 mi | 81° E | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 29 mi | 81° E | Good | Venice, FL |
| MeTVWMOR-TVMeTV | 32.2 | 29 mi | 81° E | Good | Lakeland, FL |
| PBSWEDUPBS | 3.1 | 30 mi | 77° ENE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 30 mi | 77° ENE | Good | Tampa, FL |
| TLMWRMD-CDTelemundo | 49 | 30 mi | 77° ENE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| CWWTTACW | 38 | 30 mi | 78° ENE | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| ABCWFTS-TVABC | 28 | 30 mi | 78° ENE | Good | Tampa, FL |
| NBCWFLA-TVNBC | 8 | 30 mi | 78° ENE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| FOXWTVTFox | 13 | 31 mi | 82° E | Fair | Tampa, FL |
Over-the-air TV in South Pasadena
South Pasadena is a town of about 5,080 people in Florida. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 31 licensed TV transmitters: 14 full-power, 5 Class A and 12 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 27 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 4 transmitters are within 25 miles, 25 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 farther out. Six of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Tampa, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Tampa's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 28 (WFTS-TV), CBS on channel 10 (WTSP), NBC on channel 8 (WFLA-TV), Fox on channel 13 (WTVT), PBS on channel 3.1 (WEDU), CW on channel 38 (WTTA), ION on channel 66 (WXPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 49 (WRMD-CD), Univision on channel 50 (WVEA-TV) and MeTV on channel 32.2 (WMOR-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal) and Univision (good signal). 3 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in South Pasadena
Point your antenna E, at about 79°. The main network towers for South Pasadena sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
11 network stations, WXPX-TV, WTSP, WVEA-TV, WMOR-TV and WEDU and others, transmit from the same tower site about 29 miles east of South Pasadena (81° E). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 12 full-power and Class A network signals that reach South Pasadena at fair strength or better, 92% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from South Pasadena, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for South Pasadena
The farthest main network tower for South Pasadena is WTVT (Fox), 31 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 South Pasadena
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W32FH-DLow power | 6.6 mi | 346° NNW | Good | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WARP-CDClass A | 10 mi | 42° NE | Good | Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL |
| WPDS-LDLow power | 12 mi | 342° NNW | Fair | Largo, Etc., FL |
| WDNP-LDLow power | 24 mi | 59° ENE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| W31EG-DLow power | 26 mi | 50° NE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| W05CO-DLow power | 26 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
| W16DQ-DLow power | 29 mi | 81° E | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WSPF-CDClass A | 29 mi | 81° E | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WSVT-LDLow power | 29 mi | 81° E | Weak | Tampa, FL |
| WXAX-CDClass A | 29 mi | 81° E | Fair | Clearwater, FL |
| WTAM-LDLow power | 29 mi | 81° E | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WEDQFull power | 30 mi | 77° ENE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WTOGFull power | 30 mi | 77° ENE | Good | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WGCT-LDLow power | 30 mi | 77° ENE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WTBT-LDLow power | 30 mi | 77° ENE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WCLFFull power | 30 mi | 78° ENE | Good | Clearwater, FL |
| WZRA-CDClass A | 35 mi | 1° N | Fair | Oldsmar, FL |
| WSNN-LDLow power | 48 mi | 154° SSE | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
| W36EC-DLow power | 55 mi | 60° ENE | Poor | Lakeland, FL |
How South Pasadena compares with the rest of Florida
With 27 stations at fair strength or better, South Pasadena ranks 306th of 786 places in Florida: more than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 26 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 St. Petersburg, 3.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in South Pasadena: 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 82° E, the direction of WTVT (Fox), 31 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 27 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 South Pasadena, FL?
ABC is on channel 28 from WFTS-TV, broadcasting from 30 miles ENE of South Pasadena. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in South Pasadena, FL?
CBS is on channel 10 from WTSP, broadcasting from 29 miles E of South Pasadena. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in South Pasadena, FL?
NBC is on channel 8 from WFLA-TV, broadcasting from 30 miles ENE of South Pasadena. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in South Pasadena, FL?
Fox is on channel 13 from WTVT, broadcasting from 31 miles E of South Pasadena. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is PBS in South Pasadena, FL?
PBS is on channel 3.1 from WEDU, broadcasting from 30 miles ENE of South Pasadena. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in South Pasadena?
31 transmitters within 70 miles of South Pasadena; around 27 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 South Pasadena?
Point your antenna E, at about 79°. The main network towers for South Pasadena sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in South Pasadena?
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 South Pasadena?
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 South Pasadena?
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.
TV channels in nearby Florida cities
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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 South Pasadena; signal estimates ignore terrain.