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TV channels & antenna towers in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico

Guaynabo has 77 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 WLII-DT, 5.4 miles to the S.

Open Guaynabo in the live finder
77TV transmitters within 70 miles
2networks over the air
5.4 mito the closest tower
81,360population

Network channels in Guaynabo

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
NBCWKAQ-TVNBC2.3 17 mi167° SSE StrongSan Juan, PR
TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo2.11 33 mi247° WSW GoodPonce, PR
TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo2.12 59 mi256° WSW GoodMayaguez, PR

Over-the-air TV in Guaynabo

Guaynabo, Puerto Rico has a population of about 81,400. Our map shows 77 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 28 full-power, 4 Class A, 42 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 24 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 32 transmitters are within 25 miles, 22 between 25 and 45 miles, and 23 farther out.

For the networks, the best local options 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, 100 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WVXF in Charlotte Amalie, VI, 76 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Guaynabo. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 25 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 Guaynabo

Point your antenna SSE, at about 167°. The main network towers for Guaynabo 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 Guaynabo, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Guaynabo

The farthest main network tower for Guaynabo is WKAQ-TV (NBC), 17 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.

WLII-DT is only 5.4 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 Guaynabo

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 74; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WLII-DTFull power5.4 mi 181° SStrongCaguas, PR
WVTE-LDLow power5.5 mi 179° SFairGuaynabo, PR
WDWLFull power5.5 mi 178° SStrongBayamon, PR
WUJAFull power5.5 mi 178° SStrongCaguas, PR
WWXY-LDLow power5.5 mi 179° SGoodSan Juan, PR
WELUFull power5.8 mi 219° SWGoodToa Baja, PR
WSJN-CDClass A5.8 mi 219° SWGoodSan Juan, PR
W10DD-DLow power5.8 mi 219° SWFairSan Juan, PR
W20EJ-DLow power5.9 mi 169° SGoodSan Juan, PR
W29EE-DLow power5.9 mi 169° SGoodSan Lorenzo, PR
W17DL-DLow power6.0 mi 169° SSEFairToa Baja, PR
W19EY-DLow power6.0 mi 169° SSEFairToa Baja, PR
W31DV-DLow power6.6 mi 165° SSEGoodGuayama, PR
W32FB-DLow power7.1 mi 149° SSEFairCeiba, PR
W33EL-DLow power9.1 mi 141° SEGoodCaguas, PR
WECNFull power11 mi 246° WSWGoodNaranjito, PR
W08EI-DLow power12 mi 116° ESEFairGuaynabo, PR
WAPA-TVFull power17 mi 167° SSEStrongSan Juan, PR
W20DR-DLow power17 mi 167° SSEFairHumacao, PR
WXWZ-LDLow power17 mi 167° SSEFairGuayama, PR
WTCVFull power18 mi 108° ESEStrongSan Juan, PR
WJPXFull power18 mi 108° ESEStrongSan Juan, PR
WVDO-LDLow power18 mi 108° ESEFairCarolina, PR
WIDPFull power18 mi 108° ESEGoodGuayama, PR
WVSNFull power18 mi 108° ESEGoodHumacao, PR

How Guaynabo compares with the rest of Puerto Rico

With 46 stations at fair strength or better, Guaynabo ranks 23rd of 219 places in Puerto Rico: more than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 17 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 Bayamón, 4.1 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Guaynabo: step by step

  1. Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
  2. Point it toward 167° SSE, the direction of WKAQ-TV (NBC), 17 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 46 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 Guaynabo, PR?

NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles SSE of Guaynabo. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Telemundo in Guaynabo, PR?

Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 33 miles WSW of Guaynabo. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Guaynabo?

77 transmitters within 70 miles of Guaynabo; 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 Guaynabo?

Point your antenna SSE, at about 167°. The main network towers for Guaynabo sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Guaynabo?

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 Guaynabo?

WLII-DT is only 5.4 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 Guaynabo?

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 Guaynabo; signal estimates ignore terrain.