TV channels & antenna towers in Bairoa, Puerto Rico
Bairoa has 72 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC and Telemundo. About 46 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W33EL-D, 1.1 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Bairoa
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWKAQ-TVNBC | 2.3 | 10 mi | 185° S | Strong | San Juan, PR |
| TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo | 2.11 | 36 mi | 260° W | Good | Ponce, PR |
| TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo | 2.12 | 62 mi | 263° W | Good | Mayaguez, PR |
Over-the-air TV in Bairoa
Bairoa, Puerto Rico has a population of about 2,370. Our map shows 72 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 26 full-power, 3 Class A, 40 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 46 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 31 at good or strong strength.
40 of them are within 25 miles of Bairoa, 11 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 21 are more than 45 miles out.
The best-placed network stations are NBC on channel 2.3 (WKAQ-TV) 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, 93 miles to the east. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WVXF in Charlotte Amalie, VI, 72 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Bairoa. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 23 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 Bairoa
Point your antenna S, at about 185°. The main network towers for Bairoa sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Bairoa at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Bairoa, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Bairoa
The farthest main network tower for Bairoa is WKAQ-TV (NBC), 10 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
W33EL-D is only 1.1 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 Bairoa
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 69; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33EL-DLow power | 1.1 mi | 103° ESE | Strong | Caguas, PR |
| W32FB-DLow power | 1.2 mi | 304° WNW | Strong | Ceiba, PR |
| W31DV-DLow power | 3.0 mi | 278° W | Strong | Guayama, PR |
| W17DL-DLow power | 3.6 mi | 286° WNW | Good | Toa Baja, PR |
| W19EY-DLow power | 3.6 mi | 286° WNW | Good | Toa Baja, PR |
| W20EJ-DLow power | 3.7 mi | 286° WNW | Good | San Juan, PR |
| W29EE-DLow power | 3.7 mi | 286° WNW | Good | San Lorenzo, PR |
| WDWLFull power | 4.7 mi | 286° WNW | Strong | Bayamon, PR |
| WUJAFull power | 4.7 mi | 286° WNW | Strong | Caguas, PR |
| WWXY-LDLow power | 4.7 mi | 286° WNW | Good | San Juan, PR |
| WVTE-LDLow power | 4.7 mi | 286° WNW | Good | Guaynabo, PR |
| WLII-DTFull power | 4.9 mi | 287° WNW | Strong | Caguas, PR |
| W08EI-DLow power | 6.5 mi | 77° ENE | Fair | Guaynabo, PR |
| WELUFull power | 8.6 mi | 285° WNW | Good | Toa Baja, PR |
| WSJN-CDClass A | 8.6 mi | 285° WNW | Good | San Juan, PR |
| W10DD-DLow power | 8.6 mi | 285° WNW | Fair | San Juan, PR |
| WAPA-TVFull power | 10 mi | 185° S | Strong | San Juan, PR |
| W20DR-DLow power | 10 mi | 184° S | Good | Humacao, PR |
| WXWZ-LDLow power | 10 mi | 184° S | Good | Guayama, PR |
| WTCVFull power | 12 mi | 84° E | Strong | San Juan, PR |
| WJPXFull power | 12 mi | 84° E | Strong | San Juan, PR |
| WVDO-LDLow power | 12 mi | 84° E | Fair | Carolina, PR |
| WIDPFull power | 12 mi | 84° E | Good | Guayama, PR |
| WVSNFull power | 12 mi | 84° E | Good | Humacao, PR |
| WECNFull power | 15 mi | 278° W | Good | Naranjito, PR |
How Bairoa compares with the rest of Puerto Rico
With 46 stations at fair strength or better, Bairoa ranks 23rd of 219 places in Puerto Rico: more than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 10 miles away, against a state median of 15 miles.
30% of Puerto Rico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Caguas, 1.8 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Bairoa: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 185° S, the direction of WKAQ-TV (NBC), 10 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 46 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 NBC in Bairoa, PR?
NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 10 miles S of Bairoa. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Telemundo in Bairoa, PR?
Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles W of Bairoa. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Bairoa?
72 transmitters within 70 miles of Bairoa; around 46 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Bairoa?
Point your antenna S, at about 185°. The main network towers for Bairoa sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Bairoa?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Bairoa?
W33EL-D is only 1.1 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 Bairoa?
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
- Caguas1.8 mi
- Gurabo4.4 mi
- Trujillo Alto6.9 mi
- San Lorenzo7.1 mi
- Juncos8.1 mi
- Guaynabo8.2 mi
- Cidra9.8 mi
- Carolina10 mi
- Canovanas12 mi
- Santa Barbara12 mi
- Bayamón12 mi
- Las Piedras13 mi
- Cayey13 mi
- Cataño14 mi
- San Isidro14 mi
- Pájaros14 mi
- Candelaria15 mi
- San Juan15 mi
- Sabana Seca15 mi
- Humacao16 mi
- Candelaria Arenas16 mi
- Río Grande16 mi
- Levittown16 mi
- Aibonito17 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 Bairoa; signal estimates ignore terrain.