TV channels & antenna towers in San Antonio, Puerto Rico

San Antonio has 58 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Fox and Telemundo. About 27 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WWKQ-LD, 11 miles to the E.

58TV transmitters within 70 miles
2networks over the air
11 mito the closest tower
2,300population

Network channels in San Antonio

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
FOXWSJP-LDFox30.2 14 mi204° SSW FairAguadilla, PR
TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo2.12 25 mi162° SSE GoodMayaguez, PR
TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo2.11 41 mi123° ESE GoodPonce, PR

Over-the-air TV in San Antonio

With roughly 2,300 residents, San Antonio is a small community in Puerto Rico. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 58 licensed TV transmitters: 19 full-power, 5 Class A, 32 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 27 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.

26 of them are within 25 miles of San Antonio, 16 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 16 are more than 45 miles out.

For the networks, the best local options are 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, 164 miles to the east. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WKAQ-TV in San Juan, PR, 73 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of San Antonio. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 17 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 San Antonio

The main network towers around San Antonio are in different directions: WWKQ-LD 94° E (11 mi), W10BG-D 202° SSW (13 mi) and WIRS 202° SSW (13 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 San Antonio, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for San Antonio

The farthest main network tower for San Antonio is WIRS, 13 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

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 San Antonio

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 55; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WWKQ-LDLow power11 mi 94° EFairQuebradillas, PR
W10BG-DClass A13 mi 202° SSWFairMayaguez, PR
WIRSFull power13 mi 202° SSWGoodYauco, PR
WVEOFull power13 mi 202° SSWGoodAguadilla, PR
W16DX-DLow power13 mi 202° SSWGoodAguada, PR
W02CU-DLow power13 mi 204° SSWFairMayaguez, PR
W08EJ-DLow power14 mi 204° SSWFairAnasco, PR
WTPM-LDLow power14 mi 204° SSWFairMayaguez-Anasco, PR
WQSJ-CDClass A14 mi 204° SSWFairQuebradillas, PR
W34FK-DLow power14 mi 204° SSWFairAnasco, PR
W21CX-DLow power14 mi 206° SSWFairMayaguez, PR
W27DZ-DLow power18 mi 182° SWeakMayaguez, PR
W02CT-DLow power24 mi 96° EWeakArecibo, PR
WKHD-LDLow power25 mi 163° SSEWeakMayaguez, PR
WOSTFull power25 mi 163° SSEGoodMayaguez, PR
WOLE-DTFull power25 mi 163° SSEFairAguadilla, PR
W05CY-DLow power25 mi 163° SSEWeakMayaguez, PR
WNTE-LDLow power25 mi 162° SSEFairMayaguez, PR
W06DA-DLow power25 mi 162° SSEWeakAguada, PR
W18DQ-DLow power25 mi 162° SSEFairIsabela-Mayaguez, PR
W13DI-DLow power25 mi 162° SSEWeakYauco, Etc., PR
W22FA-DLow power25 mi 162° SSEWeakMayaguez, PR
WIPM-TVFull power25 mi 162° SSEGoodMayaguez, PR
WJWN-TVFull power25 mi 162° SSEGoodSan Sebastian, PR
W28EQ-DTranslator28 mi 121° ESEWeakUtuado, PR

How San Antonio compares with the rest of Puerto Rico

With 27 stations at fair strength or better, San Antonio ranks 214th of 219 places in Puerto Rico: fewer than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 14 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 Mayagüez, 20 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in San Antonio: 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 202° SSW, the direction of WIRS, 13 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 27 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 Fox in San Antonio, PR?

Fox is on channel 30.2 from WSJP-LD, broadcasting from 14 miles SSW of San Antonio. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Telemundo in San Antonio, PR?

Telemundo is on channel 2.12 from WNJX-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles SSE of San Antonio. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in San Antonio?

58 transmitters within 70 miles of San Antonio; around 27 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 San Antonio?

The main network towers around San Antonio are in different directions: WWKQ-LD 94° E (11 mi), W10BG-D 202° SSW (13 mi) and WIRS 202° SSW (13 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in San Antonio?

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. The towers are spread over about 107° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in San Antonio?

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 San Antonio?

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 San Antonio; signal estimates ignore terrain.