TV channels & antenna towers in Cuba, Missouri
Cuba has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KDKZ-LD, 45 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Cuba
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKNLCMeTV | 24.1 | 51 mi | 66° ENE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| IONWRBUION | 46 | 55 mi | 65° ENE | Good | East St. Louis, IL |
| CBSKRCGCBS | 13 | 57 mi | 319° NW | Fair | Jefferson City, MO |
| CWKPLR-TVCW | 11 | 65 mi | 59° ENE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| FOXKTVIFox | 2 | 65 mi | 59° ENE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| NBCKSDKNBC | 5 | 68 mi | 59° ENE | Weak | St. Louis, MO |
| CBSKMOVCBS | 4 | 68 mi | 61° ENE | Weak | St. Louis, MO |
| TLMWODK-LDTelemundo | 45 | 68 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | Saint Louis, MO |
| ABCKDNL-TVABC | 30 | 68 mi | 58° ENE | Weak | St. Louis, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Cuba
Cuba is a town of about 3,370 people in Missouri. There are 24 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 10 full-power, 1 Class A and 13 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 24 farther out. Six of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to St. Louis, so most of the network channels you will find here come from St. Louis's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 30 (KDNL-TV), CBS on channel 13 (KRCG), NBC on channel 5 (KSDK), Fox on channel 2 (KTVI), CW on channel 11 (KPLR-TV), ION on channel 46 (WRBU), Telemundo on channel 45 (WODK-LD) and MeTV on channel 24.1 (KNLC). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 2 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 Cuba
The main network towers around Cuba are in different directions: ABC 58° ENE (68 mi), CBS 319° NW (57 mi), NBC 59° ENE (68 mi) and Fox 59° ENE (65 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, KPLR-TV and KTVI, transmit from the same tower site about 65 miles northeast of Cuba (59° ENE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Cuba at fair strength or better, 80% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
KDNL-TV (ABC), KRCG (CBS), KSDK (NBC) and KTVI (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Cuba. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Cuba
The farthest main network tower for Cuba is KDNL-TV (ABC), 68 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Cuba
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KDKZ-LDLow power | 45 mi | 76° ENE | Poor | Farmington, MO |
| K33MN-DLow power | 57 mi | 317° NW | Poor | Jefferson City, MO |
| K21PD-DLow power | 57 mi | 317° NW | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| KNLJFull power | 58 mi | 320° NW | Fair | Jefferson City, MO |
| KETCFull power | 62 mi | 62° ENE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KRMS-LDLow power | 66 mi | 277° W | Poor | Lake Ozark, MO |
| K15KP-DLow power | 68 mi | 59° ENE | Poor | St. Louis, MO |
| KDTL-LDLow power | 68 mi | 61° ENE | Poor | St. Louis, MO |
| KUMO-LDLow power | 68 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | St Louis, MO |
| KPTN-LDLow power | 68 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | St. Louis, MO |
| KBGU-LDLow power | 68 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | St. Louis, MO |
| K25NG-DClass A | 69 mi | 52° NE | Poor | St. Louis, MO |
| K25QT-DLow power | 70 mi | 316° NW | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K36LJ-DLow power | 70 mi | 316° NW | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K35OY-DLow power | 70 mi | 317° NW | Poor | Columbia, MO |
How Cuba compares with the rest of Missouri
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Cuba ranks 288th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 51 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
34% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Rolla, 21 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Cuba: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 58° ENE, the direction of KDNL-TV (ABC), 68 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 7 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 Cuba, MO?
ABC is on channel 30 from KDNL-TV, broadcasting from 68 miles ENE of Cuba. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Cuba, MO?
CBS is on channel 13 from KRCG, broadcasting from 57 miles NW of Cuba. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Cuba, MO?
NBC is on channel 5 from KSDK, broadcasting from 68 miles ENE of Cuba. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Cuba, MO?
Fox is on channel 2 from KTVI, broadcasting from 65 miles ENE of Cuba. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Cuba, MO?
CW is on channel 11 from KPLR-TV, broadcasting from 65 miles ENE of Cuba. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Cuba?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Cuba; around 7 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Cuba?
The main network towers around Cuba are in different directions: ABC 58° ENE (68 mi), CBS 319° NW (57 mi), NBC 59° ENE (68 mi) and Fox 59° ENE (65 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Cuba?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 100° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Cuba?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Cuba?
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 Missouri cities
- Steelville7.1 mi
- Bourbon11 mi
- Saint James12 mi
- Sullivan17 mi
- Owensville20 mi
- Rolla21 mi
- Belle23 mi
- Gerald24 mi
- Salem30 mi
- Saint Clair30 mi
- Vienna31 mi
- Union34 mi
- Potosi35 mi
- Dixon38 mi
- Linn38 mi
- New Haven39 mi
- Washington40 mi
- Hermann44 mi
- Pacific46 mi
- Licking46 mi
- Waynesville46 mi
- De Soto46 mi
- Bonne Terre47 mi
- Fort Leonard Wood48 mi
More: all TV stations in Missouri · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Cuba; signal estimates ignore terrain.