TV channels & antenna towers in Palmarejo, Puerto Rico
Palmarejo has 66 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox and Telemundo. About 32 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WOST, 9.5 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Palmarejo
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo | 2.12 | 9.7 mi | 40° NE | Strong | Mayaguez, PR |
| FOXWSJP-LDFox | 30.2 | 20 mi | 340° NNW | Fair | Aguadilla, PR |
| TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo | 2.11 | 34 mi | 75° ENE | Good | Ponce, PR |
| NBCWKAQ-TVNBC | 2.3 | 67 mi | 86° E | Good | San Juan, PR |
Over-the-air TV in Palmarejo
Palmarejo, Puerto Rico has a population of about 1,170. There are 66 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 21 full-power, 5 Class A, 38 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 32 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 12 at good or strong strength.
30 of them are within 25 miles of Palmarejo, 14 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 22 are more than 45 miles out.
The best-placed network stations 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, 156 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Palmarejo. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal). 18 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 Palmarejo
Point your antenna E, at about 86°. The main network towers for Palmarejo 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 Palmarejo at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Palmarejo, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Palmarejo
The farthest main network tower for Palmarejo is WKAQ-TV (NBC), 67 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
WIPM-TV is only 9.7 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 Palmarejo
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 62; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WOSTFull power | 9.5 mi | 38° NE | Good | Mayaguez, PR |
| WOLE-DTFull power | 9.5 mi | 38° NE | Good | Aguadilla, PR |
| W05CY-DLow power | 9.5 mi | 38° NE | Fair | Mayaguez, PR |
| WKHD-LDLow power | 9.6 mi | 38° NE | Fair | Mayaguez, PR |
| W18DQ-DLow power | 9.6 mi | 40° NE | Good | Isabela-Mayaguez, PR |
| W13DI-DLow power | 9.6 mi | 40° NE | Weak | Yauco, Etc., PR |
| W22FA-DLow power | 9.6 mi | 40° NE | Fair | Mayaguez, PR |
| WIPM-TVFull power | 9.7 mi | 40° NE | Strong | Mayaguez, PR |
| WJWN-TVFull power | 9.7 mi | 40° NE | Strong | San Sebastian, PR |
| WNTE-LDLow power | 9.7 mi | 40° NE | Good | Mayaguez, PR |
| W06DA-DLow power | 9.7 mi | 40° NE | Fair | Aguada, PR |
| W27DZ-DLow power | 13 mi | 351° N | Fair | Mayaguez, PR |
| WQSJ-CDClass A | 20 mi | 339° NNW | Fair | Quebradillas, PR |
| W34FK-DLow power | 20 mi | 339° NNW | Fair | Anasco, PR |
| WTPM-LDLow power | 20 mi | 339° NNW | Fair | Mayaguez-Anasco, PR |
| W08EJ-DLow power | 20 mi | 340° NNW | Fair | Anasco, PR |
| W21CX-DLow power | 20 mi | 338° NNW | Weak | Mayaguez, PR |
| W02CU-DLow power | 20 mi | 341° NNW | Fair | Mayaguez, PR |
| W16DX-DLow power | 20 mi | 343° NNW | Fair | Aguada, PR |
| W10BG-DClass A | 21 mi | 343° NNW | Weak | Mayaguez, PR |
| WIRSFull power | 21 mi | 343° NNW | Fair | Yauco, PR |
| WVEOFull power | 21 mi | 343° NNW | Fair | Aguadilla, PR |
| WQQZ-CDClass A | 22 mi | 83° E | Fair | Ponce, PR |
| WQTOFull power | 22 mi | 83° E | Strong | Ponce, PR |
| W35DS-DLow power | 22 mi | 83° E | Fair | Yauco, PR |
How Palmarejo compares with the rest of Puerto Rico
With 32 stations at fair strength or better, Palmarejo ranks 192nd of 219 places in Puerto Rico: fewer than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 9.7 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 Mayagüez, 12 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Palmarejo: 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 86° E, the direction of WKAQ-TV (NBC), 67 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 32 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 Palmarejo, PR?
NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles E of Palmarejo. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Palmarejo, PR?
Fox is on channel 30.2 from WSJP-LD, broadcasting from 20 miles NNW of Palmarejo. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Telemundo in Palmarejo, PR?
Telemundo is on channel 2.12 from WNJX-TV, broadcasting from 9.7 miles NE of Palmarejo. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Palmarejo?
66 transmitters within 70 miles of Palmarejo; around 32 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 Palmarejo?
Point your antenna E, at about 86°. The main network towers for Palmarejo sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Palmarejo?
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 Palmarejo?
WIPM-TV is only 9.7 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 Palmarejo?
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
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- San Germán3.5 mi
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- Hormigueros7.6 mi
- Sabana Grande8.1 mi
- Mayagüez12 mi
- Guánica12 mi
- Yauco15 mi
- Añasco17 mi
- Guayanilla19 mi
- San Sebastián21 mi
- Lares22 mi
- Peñuelas23 mi
- Adjuntas25 mi
- Aguadilla27 mi
- Utuado29 mi
- Ponce30 mi
- Quebradillas31 mi
- Isabela32 mi
- Hatillo35 mi
- Juana Díaz37 mi
- Arecibo38 mi
- Estancias de Florida40 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 Palmarejo; signal estimates ignore terrain.