TV channels & antenna towers in Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico

Sabana Grande has 68 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox and Telemundo. About 37 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WIPM-TV, 5.0 miles to the NNW.

68TV transmitters within 70 miles
3networks over the air
5.0 mito the closest tower
8,961population

Network channels in Sabana Grande

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo2.12 5.0 mi343° NNW StrongMayaguez, PR
FOXWSJP-LDFox30.2 22 mi318° NW FairAguadilla, PR
TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo2.11 26 mi76° ENE GoodPonce, PR
NBCWKAQ-TVNBC2.3 60 mi88° E GoodSan Juan, PR

Over-the-air TV in Sabana Grande

Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico has a population of about 8,960. There are 68 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 21 full-power, 5 Class A, 40 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 37 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 17 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 34 transmitters are within 25 miles, 10 between 25 and 45 miles, and 24 farther out.

For the networks, the best local options 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, 149 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Sabana Grande. 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 Sabana Grande

Point your antenna E, at about 88°. The main network towers for Sabana Grande 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 Sabana Grande 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 Sabana Grande, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Sabana Grande

The farthest main network tower for Sabana Grande is WKAQ-TV (NBC), 60 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 5.0 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 Sabana Grande

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 64; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WIPM-TVFull power5.0 mi 343° NNWStrongMayaguez, PR
WJWN-TVFull power5.0 mi 343° NNWStrongSan Sebastian, PR
W22FA-DLow power5.1 mi 343° NNWGoodMayaguez, PR
W13DI-DLow power5.1 mi 343° NNWFairYauco, Etc., PR
W18DQ-DLow power5.1 mi 343° NNWGoodIsabela-Mayaguez, PR
WNTE-LDLow power5.1 mi 343° NNWGoodMayaguez, PR
W06DA-DLow power5.1 mi 343° NNWGoodAguada, PR
WOSTFull power5.3 mi 339° NNWStrongMayaguez, PR
WOLE-DTFull power5.3 mi 339° NNWStrongAguadilla, PR
W05CY-DLow power5.3 mi 339° NNWGoodMayaguez, PR
WKHD-LDLow power5.3 mi 341° NNWFairMayaguez, PR
WQQZ-CDClass A14 mi 90° EFairPonce, PR
WQTOFull power14 mi 90° EStrongPonce, PR
W35DS-DLow power14 mi 90° EFairYauco, PR
WVOZ-TVFull power14 mi 90° EGoodPonce, PR
WKPVFull power14 mi 90° EGoodPonce, PR
W27DZ-DLow power14 mi 317° NWWeakMayaguez, PR
WCCV-TVFull power17 mi 51° NEGoodArecibo, PR
W28EH-DTranslator18 mi 69° ENEWeakAdjuntas, PR
W28EQ-DTranslator21 mi 47° NEWeakUtuado, PR
W08EJ-DLow power22 mi 318° NWFairAnasco, PR
WTPM-LDLow power22 mi 318° NWFairMayaguez-Anasco, PR
W16DX-DLow power22 mi 321° NWFairAguada, PR
WQSJ-CDClass A22 mi 318° NWFairQuebradillas, PR
W34FK-DLow power22 mi 318° NWWeakAnasco, PR

How Sabana Grande compares with the rest of Puerto Rico

With 37 stations at fair strength or better, Sabana Grande ranks 161st of 219 places in Puerto Rico: fewer than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 5.0 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 Yauco, 7.8 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Sabana Grande: 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 88° E, the direction of WKAQ-TV (NBC), 60 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 37 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 Sabana Grande, PR?

NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 60 miles E of Sabana Grande. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Sabana Grande, PR?

Fox is on channel 30.2 from WSJP-LD, broadcasting from 22 miles NW of Sabana Grande. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Telemundo in Sabana Grande, PR?

Telemundo is on channel 2.12 from WNJX-TV, broadcasting from 5.0 miles NNW of Sabana Grande. Estimated signal: strong.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Sabana Grande?

68 transmitters within 70 miles of Sabana Grande; around 37 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 Sabana Grande?

Point your antenna E, at about 88°. The main network towers for Sabana Grande sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Sabana Grande?

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 Sabana Grande?

WIPM-TV is only 5.0 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 Sabana Grande?

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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