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TV channels & antenna towers in Ponce, Puerto Rico

Ponce has 84 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox and Telemundo. About 39 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W16CW-D, 2.1 miles to the SSW.

Open Ponce in the live finder
84TV transmitters within 70 miles
3networks over the air
2.1 mito the closest tower
152,634population

Network channels in Ponce

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo2.11 11 mi16° NNE StrongPonce, PR
TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo2.12 25 mi292° WNW GoodMayaguez, PR
NBCWKAQ-TVNBC2.3 38 mi79° E GoodSan Juan, PR
FOXWSJP-LDFox30.2 42 mi300° WNW PoorAguadilla, PR

Over-the-air TV in Ponce

Ponce is a city of about 153,000 people in Puerto Rico. There are 84 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 28 full-power, 5 Class A, 48 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 39 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 20 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 17 transmitters are within 25 miles, 50 between 25 and 45 miles, and 17 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, 126 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Ponce. 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 Ponce

Point your antenna E, at about 79°. The main network towers for Ponce 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 Ponce, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Ponce

The farthest main network tower for Ponce is WKAQ-TV (NBC), 38 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.

WQTO is only 9.4 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 Ponce

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
W16CW-DLow power2.1 mi 203° SSWGoodVillalba, PR
W05DB-DLow power2.3 mi 162° SSEFairPonce, PR
WVOZ-TVFull power9.3 mi 300° WNWGoodPonce, PR
WKPVFull power9.3 mi 300° WNWGoodPonce, PR
WQTOFull power9.4 mi 300° WNWStrongPonce, PR
W35DS-DLow power9.4 mi 300° WNWGoodYauco, PR
WQQZ-CDClass A9.5 mi 299° WNWGoodPonce, PR
WUSP-LDLow power11 mi 25° NNEGoodPonce, PR
W08EH-DLow power11 mi 25° NNEFairPonce, PR
W02CS-DLow power11 mi 25° NNEFairPonce, PR
WSUR-DTFull power11 mi 16° NNEGoodPonce, PR
W04DV-DLow power11 mi 11° NFairNaranjito, PR
WQHAFull power11 mi 11° NGoodAguada, PR
W28EH-DTranslator12 mi 335° NNWWeakAdjuntas, PR
WCCV-TVFull power18 mi 330° NNWGoodArecibo, PR
W28EQ-DTranslator20 mi 340° NNWWeakUtuado, PR
WIPM-TVFull power25 mi 292° WNWGoodMayaguez, PR
WJWN-TVFull power25 mi 292° WNWGoodSan Sebastian, PR
WNTE-LDLow power25 mi 292° WNWFairMayaguez, PR
W06DA-DLow power25 mi 292° WNWWeakAguada, PR
W22FA-DLow power25 mi 292° WNWWeakMayaguez, PR
W13DI-DLow power25 mi 292° WNWWeakYauco, Etc., PR
W18DQ-DLow power25 mi 292° WNWFairIsabela-Mayaguez, PR
WKHD-LDLow power26 mi 292° WNWWeakMayaguez, PR
WOSTFull power26 mi 292° WNWGoodMayaguez, PR

How Ponce compares with the rest of Puerto Rico

With 39 stations at fair strength or better, Ponce ranks 139th of 219 places in Puerto Rico: fewer than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 11 miles away, against a state median of 15 miles.

28% of Puerto Rico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is San Juan, 46 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Ponce: step by step

  1. Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
  2. Point it toward 79° E, the direction of WKAQ-TV (NBC), 38 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 39 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 Ponce, PR?

NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 38 miles E of Ponce. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Ponce, PR?

Fox is on channel 30.2 from WSJP-LD, broadcasting from 42 miles WNW of Ponce. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is Telemundo in Ponce, PR?

Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles NNE of Ponce. Estimated signal: strong.

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

84 transmitters within 70 miles of Ponce; around 39 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Ponce?

Point your antenna E, at about 79°. The main network towers for Ponce sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Ponce?

Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Ponce?

WQTO is only 9.4 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 Ponce?

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 Ponce; signal estimates ignore terrain.