TV channels & antenna towers in Parcelas Peñuelas, Puerto Rico

Parcelas Peñuelas has 84 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox and Telemundo. About 43 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W30ED-D, 15 miles to the E.

84TV transmitters within 70 miles
3networks over the air
15 mito the closest tower
1,132population

Network channels in Parcelas Peñuelas

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo2.11 19 mi307° NW StrongPonce, PR
NBCWKAQ-TVNBC2.3 21 mi67° ENE StrongSan Juan, PR
TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo2.12 43 mi284° WNW GoodMayaguez, PR
FOXWSJP-LDFox30.2 59 mi292° WNW PoorAguadilla, PR

Over-the-air TV in Parcelas Peñuelas

With roughly 1,130 residents, Parcelas Peñuelas is a small community in Puerto Rico. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 84 licensed TV transmitters: 28 full-power, 5 Class A, 48 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 43 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 14 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 30 transmitters are within 25 miles, 34 between 25 and 45 miles, and 20 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 2.11 (WTIN-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WCVI-TV in Christiansted, VI, 108 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Parcelas Peñuelas. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong 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 Parcelas Peñuelas

Point your antenna ENE, at about 67°. The main network towers for Parcelas Peñuelas 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 Parcelas Peñuelas, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Parcelas Peñuelas

The farthest main network tower for Parcelas Peñuelas is WKAQ-TV (NBC), 21 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.

An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.

Other stations near Parcelas Peñuelas

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 80; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
W30ED-DLow power15 mi 81° EFairGuayama, PR
W17EA-DLow power15 mi 81° EFairArroyo, PR
W20DS-DLow power15 mi 92° EFairCaguas, PR
W02CS-DLow power17 mi 307° NWFairPonce, PR
WUSP-LDLow power18 mi 307° NWFairPonce, PR
W08EH-DLow power18 mi 307° NWFairPonce, PR
W05DB-DLow power18 mi 266° WWeakPonce, PR
WSUR-DTFull power19 mi 307° NWFairPonce, PR
W16CW-DLow power19 mi 267° WFairVillalba, PR
W04DV-DLow power20 mi 306° NWFairNaranjito, PR
WQHAFull power20 mi 306° NWFairAguada, PR
WXWZ-LDLow power21 mi 68° ENEFairGuayama, PR
WAPA-TVFull power21 mi 67° ENEStrongSan Juan, PR
W20DR-DLow power21 mi 68° ENEFairHumacao, PR
WECNFull power21 mi 14° NNEGoodNaranjito, PR
WELUFull power23 mi 30° NNEFairToa Baja, PR
WSJN-CDClass A23 mi 30° NNEFairSan Juan, PR
W10DD-DLow power23 mi 30° NNEWeakSan Juan, PR
WLII-DTFull power25 mi 38° NEGoodCaguas, PR
WVTE-LDLow power25 mi 38° NEWeakGuaynabo, PR
WWXY-LDLow power25 mi 38° NEWeakSan Juan, PR
WDWLFull power25 mi 38° NEGoodBayamon, PR
WUJAFull power25 mi 38° NEGoodCaguas, PR
W31DV-DLow power25 mi 42° NEFairGuayama, PR
W20EJ-DLow power25 mi 40° NEFairSan Juan, PR

How Parcelas Peñuelas compares with the rest of Puerto Rico

With 43 stations at fair strength or better, Parcelas Peñuelas ranks 59th of 219 places in Puerto Rico: more than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 19 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 Guayama, 15 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Parcelas Peñuelas: 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 67° ENE, the direction of WKAQ-TV (NBC), 21 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 43 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 Parcelas Peñuelas, PR?

NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles ENE of Parcelas Peñuelas. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Parcelas Peñuelas, PR?

Fox is on channel 30.2 from WSJP-LD, broadcasting from 59 miles WNW of Parcelas Peñuelas. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is Telemundo in Parcelas Peñuelas, PR?

Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 19 miles NW of Parcelas Peñuelas. Estimated signal: strong.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Parcelas Peñuelas?

84 transmitters within 70 miles of Parcelas Peñuelas; around 43 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 Parcelas Peñuelas?

Point your antenna ENE, at about 67°. The main network towers for Parcelas Peñuelas sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Parcelas Peñuelas?

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 Parcelas Peñuelas?

An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Parcelas Peñuelas?

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 Parcelas Peñuelas; signal estimates ignore terrain.