TV channels & antenna towers in Canovanas, Puerto Rico
Canovanas has 66 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox, ION and Telemundo. About 42 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W08EI-D, 7.2 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Canovanas
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWKAQ-TVNBC | 2.3 | 21 mi | 209° SSW | Strong | San Juan, PR |
| TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo | 2.11 | 47 mi | 252° WSW | Good | Ponce, PR |
| FOXWVXFFox | 17.2 | 62 mi | 91° E | Weak | Charlotte Amalie, VI |
| NBCWVGN-LDNBC | 19 | 62 mi | 91° E | Poor | Charlotte Amalie, VI |
| IONWFIG-LDION | 8 | 65 mi | 93° E | Poor | Charlotte Amalie, VI |
Over-the-air TV in Canovanas
Canovanas, Puerto Rico has a population of about 8,440. Our map shows 66 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 24 full-power, 3 Class A, 35 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 42 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 14 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 37 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 26 farther 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.
For the networks, the best local options 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, 88 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Canovanas. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 21 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 Canovanas
The main network towers around Canovanas are in different directions: NBC 209° SSW (21 mi) and Fox 91° E (62 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
WVXF (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Canovanas. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Canovanas
The farthest main network tower for Canovanas is WVXF (Fox), 62 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
WTCV is only 7.4 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 Canovanas
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 61; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W08EI-DLow power | 7.2 mi | 204° SSW | Fair | Guaynabo, PR |
| WTCVFull power | 7.4 mi | 156° SSE | Strong | San Juan, PR |
| WJPXFull power | 7.4 mi | 156° SSE | Strong | San Juan, PR |
| WVDO-LDLow power | 7.4 mi | 156° SSE | Fair | Carolina, PR |
| WIDPFull power | 7.5 mi | 155° SSE | Good | Guayama, PR |
| WVSNFull power | 7.5 mi | 155° SSE | Good | Humacao, PR |
| WMTJFull power | 8.3 mi | 124° SE | Strong | Fajardo, PR |
| WRUAFull power | 8.3 mi | 124° SE | Good | Fajardo, PR |
| WVQS-LDLow power | 8.3 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Isabel Segunda, PR |
| WORO-DTFull power | 8.3 mi | 124° SE | Good | Fajardo, PR |
| W33EL-DLow power | 12 mi | 225° SW | Good | Caguas, PR |
| W32FB-DLow power | 13 mi | 234° SW | Fair | Ceiba, PR |
| W09AT-DTranslator | 14 mi | 103° ESE | Weak | Fajardo, PR |
| W20DQ-DLow power | 14 mi | 103° ESE | Fair | Luquillo, PR |
| W31DV-DLow power | 14 mi | 238° WSW | Fair | Guayama, PR |
| W17DL-DLow power | 15 mi | 241° WSW | Fair | Toa Baja, PR |
| W19EY-DLow power | 15 mi | 241° WSW | Fair | Toa Baja, PR |
| W20EJ-DLow power | 15 mi | 241° WSW | Fair | San Juan, PR |
| W29EE-DLow power | 15 mi | 241° WSW | Fair | San Lorenzo, PR |
| WDWLFull power | 15 mi | 244° WSW | Good | Bayamon, PR |
| WUJAFull power | 15 mi | 244° WSW | Good | Caguas, PR |
| WWXY-LDLow power | 15 mi | 244° WSW | Fair | San Juan, PR |
| WVTE-LDLow power | 15 mi | 244° WSW | Fair | Guaynabo, PR |
| WLII-DTFull power | 15 mi | 245° WSW | Good | Caguas, PR |
| W05DA-DLow power | 16 mi | 114° ESE | Weak | Fajardo, PR |
How Canovanas compares with the rest of Puerto Rico
With 42 stations at fair strength or better, Canovanas ranks 83rd of 219 places in Puerto Rico: more than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 21 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 Carolina, 3.8 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Canovanas: 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 91° E, the direction of WVXF (Fox), 62 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 42 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 Canovanas, PR?
NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles SSW of Canovanas. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Canovanas, PR?
Fox is on channel 17.2 from WVXF, broadcasting from 62 miles E of Canovanas. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Canovanas, PR?
Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 47 miles WSW of Canovanas. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Canovanas?
66 transmitters within 70 miles of Canovanas; around 42 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 Canovanas?
The main network towers around Canovanas are in different directions: NBC 209° SSW (21 mi) and Fox 91° E (62 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Canovanas?
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 118° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Canovanas?
WTCV is only 7.4 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 Canovanas?
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
- San Isidro1.5 mi
- Santa Barbara1.8 mi
- Carolina3.8 mi
- Río Grande4.5 mi
- Trujillo Alto7.2 mi
- Gurabo9.6 mi
- Juncos10 mi
- Luquillo12 mi
- Las Piedras13 mi
- San Lorenzo13 mi
- Caguas14 mi
- Guaynabo14 mi
- San Juan15 mi
- Cataño15 mi
- Humacao16 mi
- Fajardo17 mi
- Bayamón17 mi
- Punta Santiago18 mi
- Ceiba18 mi
- Sabana Seca19 mi
- Levittown19 mi
- Candelaria20 mi
- Pájaros21 mi
- Candelaria Arenas21 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 Canovanas; signal estimates ignore terrain.