TV channels & antenna towers in Añasco, Puerto Rico
Añasco has 60 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Fox and Telemundo. About 33 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W16DX-D, 3.4 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Añasco
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWSJP-LDFox | 30.2 | 3.5 mi | 307° NW | Good | Aguadilla, PR |
| TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo | 2.12 | 14 mi | 132° SE | Strong | Mayaguez, PR |
| TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo | 2.11 | 38 mi | 102° ESE | Good | Ponce, PR |
Over-the-air TV in Añasco
Añasco, Puerto Rico has a population of about 6,140. Our map shows 60 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 19 full-power, 5 Class A, 34 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 33 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 18 at good or strong strength.
25 of them are within 25 miles of Añasco, 19 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 16 are more than 45 miles out.
The best-placed network stations are Fox on channel 30.2 (WSJP-LD) and Telemundo on channel 2.12 (WNJX-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WCVI-TV in Christiansted, VI, 163 miles to the east. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WKAQ-TV in San Juan, PR, 72 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Añasco. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal). 17 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 Añasco
Point your antenna NW, at about 325°. The main network towers for Añasco sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Añasco, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Añasco
The farthest main network tower for Añasco is WIRS, 3.5 miles away with a strong 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.
WIRS is only 3.5 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 Añasco
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 57; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W16DX-DLow power | 3.4 mi | 325° NW | Good | Aguada, PR |
| W10BG-DClass A | 3.5 mi | 325° NW | Fair | Mayaguez, PR |
| WIRSFull power | 3.5 mi | 325° NW | Strong | Yauco, PR |
| WVEOFull power | 3.5 mi | 325° NW | Strong | Aguadilla, PR |
| W08EJ-DLow power | 3.5 mi | 307° NW | Good | Anasco, PR |
| W02CU-DLow power | 3.5 mi | 312° NW | Good | Mayaguez, PR |
| WTPM-LDLow power | 3.5 mi | 304° WNW | Good | Mayaguez-Anasco, PR |
| WQSJ-CDClass A | 3.6 mi | 303° WNW | Good | Quebradillas, PR |
| W34FK-DLow power | 3.6 mi | 303° WNW | Good | Anasco, PR |
| W21CX-DLow power | 4.0 mi | 301° WNW | Good | Mayaguez, PR |
| W27DZ-DLow power | 4.3 mi | 153° SSE | Fair | Mayaguez, PR |
| WOSTFull power | 14 mi | 133° SE | Good | Mayaguez, PR |
| WOLE-DTFull power | 14 mi | 133° SE | Good | Aguadilla, PR |
| W05CY-DLow power | 14 mi | 133° SE | Fair | Mayaguez, PR |
| WKHD-LDLow power | 14 mi | 132° SE | Weak | Mayaguez, PR |
| W18DQ-DLow power | 14 mi | 132° SE | Fair | Isabela-Mayaguez, PR |
| W13DI-DLow power | 14 mi | 132° SE | Weak | Yauco, Etc., PR |
| WNTE-LDLow power | 14 mi | 132° SE | Fair | Mayaguez, PR |
| W06DA-DLow power | 14 mi | 132° SE | Fair | Aguada, PR |
| W22FA-DLow power | 14 mi | 132° SE | Fair | Mayaguez, PR |
| WIPM-TVFull power | 14 mi | 132° SE | Strong | Mayaguez, PR |
| WJWN-TVFull power | 14 mi | 132° SE | Strong | San Sebastian, PR |
| WWKQ-LDLow power | 20 mi | 46° NE | Fair | Quebradillas, PR |
| WCCV-TVFull power | 25 mi | 98° E | Good | Arecibo, PR |
| W28EQ-DTranslator | 27 mi | 90° E | Weak | Utuado, PR |
How Añasco compares with the rest of Puerto Rico
With 33 stations at fair strength or better, Añasco ranks 183rd of 219 places in Puerto Rico: fewer than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 3.5 miles away, against a state median of 15 miles.
28% of Puerto Rico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Mayagüez, 5.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Añasco: 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 325° NW, the direction of WIRS, 3.5 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 33 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 Fox in Añasco, PR?
Fox is on channel 30.2 from WSJP-LD, broadcasting from 3.5 miles NW of Añasco. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Telemundo in Añasco, PR?
Telemundo is on channel 2.12 from WNJX-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles SE of Añasco. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Añasco?
60 transmitters within 70 miles of Añasco; around 33 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 Añasco?
Point your antenna NW, at about 325°. The main network towers for Añasco sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Añasco?
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 Añasco?
WIRS is only 3.5 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 Añasco?
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 Puerto Rico cities
- Mayagüez5.6 mi
- Hormigueros9.9 mi
- Aguadilla10 mi
- San Sebastián10 mi
- Cabo Rojo14 mi
- Puerto Real15 mi
- San Germán15 mi
- Isabela17 mi
- Lajas17 mi
- Lares17 mi
- Sabana Grande18 mi
- Quebradillas19 mi
- Hatillo25 mi
- Yauco26 mi
- Guánica26 mi
- Adjuntas29 mi
- Utuado29 mi
- Guayanilla29 mi
- Arecibo31 mi
- Peñuelas32 mi
- Estancias de Florida38 mi
- Florida38 mi
- Ponce39 mi
- Barceloneta41 mi
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 Añasco; signal estimates ignore terrain.