TV channels & antenna towers in Westchase, Florida
Westchase has 34 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 28 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W31EG-D, 13 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Westchase
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PBSWEDUPBS | 3.1 | 26 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 26 mi | 124° SE | Strong | Tampa, FL |
| TLMWRMD-CDTelemundo | 49 | 26 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| CWWTTACW | 38 | 26 mi | 125° SE | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| ABCWFTS-TVABC | 28 | 26 mi | 125° SE | Strong | Tampa, FL |
| NBCWFLA-TVNBC | 8 | 26 mi | 125° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| IONWXPX-TVION | 66 | 27 mi | 127° SE | Good | Bradenton, FL |
| CBSWTSPCBS | 10 | 27 mi | 127° SE | Good | St. Petersburg, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 27 mi | 127° SE | Good | Venice, FL |
| MeTVWMOR-TVMeTV | 32.2 | 27 mi | 127° SE | Good | Lakeland, FL |
| FOXWTVTFox | 13 | 28 mi | 126° SE | Good | Tampa, FL |
| ABCWWSBABC | 40 | 37 mi | 156° SSE | Fair | Sarasota, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Westchase
Westchase is a city of about 21,700 people in Florida. There are 34 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 14 full-power, 6 Class A, 13 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 28 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
6 of them are within 25 miles of Westchase, 24 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 4 are more than 45 miles 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.
For the networks, the best local options 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 (strong 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 Westchase
Point your antenna SE, at about 125°. The main network towers for Westchase sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
11 network stations, WEDU, WVEA-TV, WRMD-CD, WTTA and WFTS-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 26 miles southeast of Westchase (124° SE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 12 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Westchase at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Westchase, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Westchase
The farthest main network tower for Westchase is WTVT (Fox), 28 miles away with a good 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 Westchase
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W31EG-DLow power | 13 mi | 109° ESE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WARP-CDClass A | 13 mi | 184° S | Fair | Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL |
| WPDS-LDLow power | 15 mi | 229° SW | Fair | Largo, Etc., FL |
| WDNP-LDLow power | 15 mi | 124° ESE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WZRA-CDClass A | 16 mi | 333° NNW | Fair | Oldsmar, FL |
| W32FH-DLow power | 17 mi | 213° SSW | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WEDQFull power | 26 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WTOGFull power | 26 mi | 124° SE | Good | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WGCT-LDLow power | 26 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WTBT-LDLow power | 26 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WCLFFull power | 26 mi | 125° SE | Strong | Clearwater, FL |
| W16DQ-DLow power | 27 mi | 127° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WSPF-CDClass A | 27 mi | 127° SE | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WSVT-LDLow power | 27 mi | 127° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WXAX-CDClass A | 27 mi | 127° SE | Fair | Clearwater, FL |
| WTAM-LDLow power | 27 mi | 127° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| W05CO-DLow power | 37 mi | 156° SSE | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
| W36EC-DLow power | 40 mi | 80° E | Poor | Lakeland, FL |
| W26DP-DTranslator | 59 mi | 13° NNE | Poor | Inverness, FL |
| WYKE-CDClass A | 61 mi | 25° NNE | Poor | Wildwood, FL |
| WQFT-LDLow power | 64 mi | 32° NNE | Poor | Ocala, FL |
| WSNN-LDLow power | 65 mi | 168° SSE | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
How Westchase compares with the rest of Florida
With 28 stations at fair strength or better, Westchase ranks 251st 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 Town 'n' Country, 3.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Westchase: 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 126° SE, the direction of WTVT (Fox), 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 28 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 Westchase, FL?
ABC is on channel 28 from WFTS-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles SE of Westchase. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Westchase, FL?
CBS is on channel 10 from WTSP, broadcasting from 27 miles SE of Westchase. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Westchase, FL?
NBC is on channel 8 from WFLA-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles SE of Westchase. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Westchase, FL?
Fox is on channel 13 from WTVT, broadcasting from 28 miles SE of Westchase. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is PBS in Westchase, FL?
PBS is on channel 3.1 from WEDU, broadcasting from 26 miles SE of Westchase. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Westchase?
34 transmitters within 70 miles of Westchase; around 28 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 Westchase?
Point your antenna SE, at about 125°. The main network towers for Westchase sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Westchase?
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 Westchase?
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 Westchase?
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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- Town 'n' Country3.7 mi
- Oldsmar3.7 mi
- Carrollwood Village5.5 mi
- Greater Northdale6.2 mi
- East Lake6.5 mi
- Safety Harbor6.7 mi
- Egypt Lake-Leto6.8 mi
- Northdale6.9 mi
- Keystone7.0 mi
- Carrollwood7.1 mi
- Lake Magdalene8.5 mi
- Cheval8.7 mi
- Palm Harbor9.5 mi
- Odessa9.7 mi
- Trinity9.7 mi
- Dunedin10 mi
- University10 mi
- Tarpon Springs11 mi
- Lutz11 mi
- South Highpoint11 mi
- Tampa12 mi
- Holiday12 mi
- Elfers13 mi
More: all TV stations in Florida · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Westchase; signal estimates ignore terrain.