TV channels & antenna towers in Aguas Claras, Puerto Rico

Aguas Claras has 60 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox, ION and Telemundo. About 34 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WSJU-LD, 2.1 miles to the NNW.

60TV transmitters within 70 miles
4networks over the air
2.1 mito the closest tower
3,499population

Network channels in Aguas Claras

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
NBCWKAQ-TVNBC2.3 28 mi250° WSW GoodSan Juan, PR
FOXWVXFFox17.2 47 mi81° E WeakCharlotte Amalie, VI
NBCWVGN-LDNBC19 47 mi81° E PoorCharlotte Amalie, VI
IONWFIG-LDION8 49 mi84° E PoorCharlotte Amalie, VI
TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo2.11 61 mi265° W GoodPonce, PR

Over-the-air TV in Aguas Claras

Aguas Claras, Puerto Rico has a population of about 3,500. Our map shows 60 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 21 full-power, 2 Class A, 33 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 34 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 18 at good or strong strength.

18 of them are within 25 miles of Aguas Claras, 22 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 20 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Charlotte Amalie, VI, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Charlotte Amalie's stations.

The strongest network signals here are NBC on channel 2.3 (WKAQ-TV), Fox on channel 17.2 (WVXF), ION on channel 8 (WFIG-LD) and Telemundo on channel 2.11 (WTIN-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WCVI-TV in Christiansted, VI, 70 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Aguas Claras. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 18 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 Aguas Claras

The main network towers around Aguas Claras are in different directions: NBC 250° WSW (28 mi) and Fox 81° E (47 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Aguas Claras, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Aguas Claras

The farthest main network tower for Aguas Claras is WVXF (Fox), 47 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.

WMTJ is only 10 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.

Other stations near Aguas Claras

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 55; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WSJU-LDLow power2.1 mi 329° NNWGoodCeiba, PR
W05DA-DLow power2.1 mi 329° NNWFairFajardo, PR
W33ED-DLow power2.1 mi 331° NNWGoodVieques, PR
W19EP-DLow power2.1 mi 331° NNWGoodCulebra, PR
W18DZ-DLow power2.1 mi 331° NNWGoodCeiba, PR
W09AT-DTranslator5.7 mi 338° NNWFairFajardo, PR
W20DQ-DLow power5.7 mi 338° NNWGoodLuquillo, PR
WRUAFull power10 mi 292° WNWGoodFajardo, PR
WVQS-LDLow power10 mi 292° WNWFairIsabel Segunda, PR
WORO-DTFull power10 mi 292° WNWGoodFajardo, PR
WMTJFull power10 mi 292° WNWStrongFajardo, PR
WIDPFull power13 mi 277° WGoodGuayama, PR
WVSNFull power13 mi 277° WGoodHumacao, PR
WVDO-LDLow power13 mi 277° WFairCarolina, PR
WTCVFull power13 mi 277° WStrongSan Juan, PR
WJPXFull power13 mi 277° WStrongSan Juan, PR
W08EI-DLow power19 mi 276° WFairGuaynabo, PR
W33EL-DLow power24 mi 271° WFairCaguas, PR
W32FB-DLow power26 mi 272° WWeakCeiba, PR
W20DR-DLow power28 mi 250° WSWFairHumacao, PR
WAPA-TVFull power28 mi 250° WSWGoodSan Juan, PR
WXWZ-LDLow power28 mi 249° WSWFairGuayama, PR
W31DV-DLow power28 mi 272° WFairGuayama, PR
W17DL-DLow power29 mi 273° WWeakToa Baja, PR
W19EY-DLow power29 mi 273° WWeakToa Baja, PR

How Aguas Claras compares with the rest of Puerto Rico

With 34 stations at fair strength or better, Aguas Claras ranks 181st of 219 places in Puerto Rico: fewer than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 28 miles away, against a state median of 15 miles.

42% of Puerto Rico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Fajardo, 5.0 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Aguas Claras: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 81° E, the direction of WVXF (Fox), 47 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 34 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is NBC in Aguas Claras, PR?

NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 28 miles WSW of Aguas Claras. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Aguas Claras, PR?

Fox is on channel 17.2 from WVXF, broadcasting from 47 miles E of Aguas Claras. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is Telemundo in Aguas Claras, PR?

Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 61 miles W of Aguas Claras. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Aguas Claras?

60 transmitters within 70 miles of Aguas Claras; around 34 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 Aguas Claras?

The main network towers around Aguas Claras are in different directions: NBC 250° WSW (28 mi) and Fox 81° E (47 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Aguas Claras?

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 169° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Aguas Claras?

WMTJ is only 10 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Aguas Claras?

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 Puerto Rico · U.S. Territories region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Aguas Claras; signal estimates ignore terrain.