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TV channels & antenna towers in Lares, Puerto Rico

Lares has 73 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox and Telemundo. About 42 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WCCV-TV, 8.8 miles to the ESE.

Open Lares in the live finder
73TV transmitters within 70 miles
3networks over the air
8.8 mito the closest tower
7,184population

Network channels in Lares

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo2.12 12 mi214° SW StrongMayaguez, PR
FOXWSJP-LDFox30.2 20 mi274° W FairAguadilla, PR
TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo2.11 22 mi114° ESE StrongPonce, PR
NBCWKAQ-TVNBC2.3 56 mi103° ESE GoodSan Juan, PR

Over-the-air TV in Lares

With roughly 7,180 residents, Lares is a town in Puerto Rico. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 73 licensed TV transmitters: 25 full-power, 5 Class A, 41 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 42 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 16 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 42 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 28 farther out.

The strongest network signals here are NBC on channel 2.3 (WKAQ-TV), 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, 146 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Lares. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal). 22 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 Lares

Point your antenna ESE, at about 103°. The main network towers for Lares 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 Lares, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Lares

The farthest main network tower for Lares is WKAQ-TV (NBC), 56 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

WIPM-TV is only 12 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 Lares

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.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WCCV-TVFull power8.8 mi 119° ESEGoodArecibo, PR
W28EQ-DTranslator10.0 mi 95° EWeakUtuado, PR
WNTE-LDLow power12 mi 214° SWGoodMayaguez, PR
W06DA-DLow power12 mi 214° SWFairAguada, PR
WIPM-TVFull power12 mi 214° SWStrongMayaguez, PR
WJWN-TVFull power12 mi 214° SWStrongSan Sebastian, PR
W22FA-DLow power12 mi 214° SWFairMayaguez, PR
W13DI-DLow power12 mi 214° SWWeakYauco, Etc., PR
W18DQ-DLow power12 mi 214° SWGoodIsabela-Mayaguez, PR
WKHD-LDLow power12 mi 216° SWWeakMayaguez, PR
WOSTFull power12 mi 216° SWGoodMayaguez, PR
WOLE-DTFull power12 mi 216° SWGoodAguadilla, PR
W05CY-DLow power12 mi 216° SWFairMayaguez, PR
WWKQ-LDLow power13 mi 346° NNWFairQuebradillas, PR
W02CT-DLow power14 mi 39° NEWeakArecibo, PR
W28EH-DTranslator14 mi 127° SEWeakAdjuntas, PR
W27DZ-DLow power16 mi 253° WSWWeakMayaguez, PR
WQQZ-CDClass A17 mi 151° SSEFairPonce, PR
WQTOFull power17 mi 151° SSEStrongPonce, PR
W35DS-DLow power17 mi 151° SSEFairYauco, PR
WVOZ-TVFull power17 mi 150° SSEFairPonce, PR
WKPVFull power17 mi 150° SSEFairPonce, PR
WIMN-CDClass A19 mi 55° NEFairArecibo, PR
W16DX-DLow power19 mi 276° WFairAguada, PR
W10BG-DClass A19 mi 276° WWeakMayaguez, PR

How Lares compares with the rest of Puerto Rico

With 42 stations at fair strength or better, Lares ranks 83rd of 219 places in Puerto Rico: more than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 12 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 Arecibo, 16 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Lares: 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 103° ESE, the direction of WKAQ-TV (NBC), 56 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 42 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 Lares, PR?

NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles ESE of Lares. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Lares, PR?

Fox is on channel 30.2 from WSJP-LD, broadcasting from 20 miles W of Lares. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Telemundo in Lares, PR?

Telemundo is on channel 2.12 from WNJX-TV, broadcasting from 12 miles SW of Lares. Estimated signal: strong.

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

73 transmitters within 70 miles of Lares; 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 Lares?

Point your antenna ESE, at about 103°. The main network towers for Lares sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Lares?

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.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Lares?

WIPM-TV is only 12 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 Lares?

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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