TV channels & antenna towers in Palmer, Puerto Rico
Palmer has 65 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox, ION and Telemundo. About 38 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WRUA, 4.5 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Palmer
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWKAQ-TVNBC | 2.3 | 25 mi | 226° SW | Good | San Juan, PR |
| FOXWVXFFox | 17.2 | 54 mi | 91° E | Weak | Charlotte Amalie, VI |
| NBCWVGN-LDNBC | 19 | 54 mi | 91° E | Poor | Charlotte Amalie, VI |
| TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo | 2.11 | 54 mi | 255° WSW | Good | Ponce, PR |
| IONWFIG-LDION | 8 | 57 mi | 93° E | Poor | Charlotte Amalie, VI |
Over-the-air TV in Palmer
Palmer, Puerto Rico has a population of about 1,210. Our map shows 65 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 24 full-power, 3 Class A, 34 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 38 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 15 at good or strong strength.
29 of them are within 25 miles of Palmer, 11 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 25 are more than 45 miles 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.
The best-placed network stations 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, 81 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Palmer. 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 Palmer
The main network towers around Palmer are in different directions: NBC 226° SW (25 mi) and Fox 91° E (54 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Palmer, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Palmer
The farthest main network tower for Palmer is WVXF (Fox), 54 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WRUA is only 4.5 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 Palmer
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 60; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WRUAFull power | 4.5 mi | 197° SSW | Strong | Fajardo, PR |
| WVQS-LDLow power | 4.5 mi | 197° SSW | Good | Isabel Segunda, PR |
| WORO-DTFull power | 4.5 mi | 197° SSW | Strong | Fajardo, PR |
| WMTJFull power | 4.5 mi | 197° SSW | Strong | Fajardo, PR |
| W09AT-DTranslator | 6.4 mi | 116° ESE | Fair | Fajardo, PR |
| W20DQ-DLow power | 6.4 mi | 116° ESE | Good | Luquillo, PR |
| WIDPFull power | 8.3 mi | 218° SW | Good | Guayama, PR |
| WVSNFull power | 8.3 mi | 218° SW | Good | Humacao, PR |
| WVDO-LDLow power | 8.3 mi | 219° SW | Fair | Carolina, PR |
| WTCVFull power | 8.3 mi | 219° SW | Strong | San Juan, PR |
| WJPXFull power | 8.3 mi | 219° SW | Strong | San Juan, PR |
| W33ED-DLow power | 9.3 mi | 132° SE | Fair | Vieques, PR |
| W19EP-DLow power | 9.3 mi | 132° SE | Fair | Culebra, PR |
| W18DZ-DLow power | 9.3 mi | 132° SE | Fair | Ceiba, PR |
| W05DA-DLow power | 9.3 mi | 133° SE | Weak | Fajardo, PR |
| WSJU-LDLow power | 9.3 mi | 133° SE | Fair | Ceiba, PR |
| W08EI-DLow power | 13 mi | 241° WSW | Fair | Guaynabo, PR |
| W33EL-DLow power | 18 mi | 244° WSW | Fair | Caguas, PR |
| W32FB-DLow power | 20 mi | 249° WSW | Fair | Ceiba, PR |
| W31DV-DLow power | 22 mi | 250° WSW | Fair | Guayama, PR |
| W17DL-DLow power | 22 mi | 252° WSW | Fair | Toa Baja, PR |
| W19EY-DLow power | 22 mi | 252° WSW | Fair | Toa Baja, PR |
| W20EJ-DLow power | 22 mi | 252° WSW | Fair | San Juan, PR |
| W29EE-DLow power | 22 mi | 252° WSW | Fair | San Lorenzo, PR |
| WDWLFull power | 23 mi | 254° WSW | Good | Bayamon, PR |
How Palmer compares with the rest of Puerto Rico
With 38 stations at fair strength or better, Palmer ranks 151st of 219 places in Puerto Rico: fewer than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 25 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 Fajardo, 8.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Palmer: 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), 54 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 38 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 Palmer, PR?
NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles SW of Palmer. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Palmer, PR?
Fox is on channel 17.2 from WVXF, broadcasting from 54 miles E of Palmer. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Palmer, PR?
Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 54 miles WSW of Palmer. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Palmer?
65 transmitters within 70 miles of Palmer; around 38 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 Palmer?
The main network towers around Palmer are in different directions: NBC 226° SW (25 mi) and Fox 91° E (54 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Palmer?
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 135° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Palmer?
WRUA is only 4.5 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 Palmer?
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
- Luquillo3.8 mi
- Río Grande3.8 mi
- San Isidro7.5 mi
- Canovanas8.2 mi
- Fajardo8.6 mi
- Santa Barbara9.6 mi
- Ceiba11 mi
- Carolina12 mi
- Juncos14 mi
- Punta Santiago14 mi
- Las Piedras14 mi
- Gurabo15 mi
- Trujillo Alto15 mi
- Humacao16 mi
- San Lorenzo18 mi
- Caguas20 mi
- Guaynabo22 mi
- San Juan23 mi
- Cataño23 mi
- Yabucoa23 mi
- Bayamón25 mi
- Isabel Segunda27 mi
- Sabana Seca27 mi
- Levittown27 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 Palmer; signal estimates ignore terrain.