TV channels & antenna towers in Medina, Texas
Medina has 11 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, Fox, CW, Telemundo, Univision and MeTV. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K16NN-D, 35 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Medina
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKXOF-CDFox | 31 | 44 mi | 339° NNW | Poor | Laredo, TX |
| MeTVKLMV-LDMeTV | 15.1 | 45 mi | 339° NNW | Poor | Laredo, TX |
| TLMKTLMTelemundo | 40 | 47 mi | 127° SE | Good | Rio Grande City, TX |
| UNIKLDO-TVUnivision | 27 | 56 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Laredo, TX |
| ABCKGNS-TVABC | 8.2 | 58 mi | 335° NNW | Weak | Laredo, TX |
| CWKYLX-CDCW | 13.2 | 58 mi | 335° NNW | Poor | Laredo, TX |
| TLMKXNU-CDTelemundo | 10 | 58 mi | 335° NNW | Poor | Laredo, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Medina
With roughly 3,940 residents, Medina is a town in Texas. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 11 licensed TV transmitters: 3 full-power, 4 Class A and 4 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 5 farther out. Six of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Laredo, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Laredo's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 8.2 (KGNS-TV), Fox on channel 31 (KXOF-CD), CW on channel 13.2 (KYLX-CD), Telemundo on channel 40 (KTLM), Univision on channel 27 (KLDO-TV) and MeTV on channel 15.1 (KLMV-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KZTV in Corpus Christi, TX, 114 miles to the northeast. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KVEO-TV in Brownsville, TX, 105 miles to the southeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (very weak signal).
Which way to point your antenna in Medina
Point your antenna NNW, at about 337°. The main network towers for Medina sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, KGNS-TV, KYLX-CD and KXNU-CD, transmit from the same tower site about 58 miles northwest of Medina (335° NNW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
KGNS-TV (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Medina. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Medina
The farthest main network tower for Medina is KGNS-TV (ABC), 58 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Medina
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K16NN-DLow power | 35 mi | 341° NNW | Poor | Laredo, TX |
| K17OS-DLow power | 35 mi | 341° NNW | Poor | Laredo, TX |
| KTNR-LDLow power | 35 mi | 341° NNW | Poor | Laredo, TX |
| KETF-CDClass A | 44 mi | 339° NNW | Poor | Laredo, TX |
How Medina compares with the rest of Texas
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Medina ranks 973rd of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 44 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
32% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Laredo, 43 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Medina: 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 335° NNW, the direction of KGNS-TV (ABC), 58 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 1 station, 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 ABC in Medina, TX?
ABC is on channel 8.2 from KGNS-TV, broadcasting from 58 miles NNW of Medina. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Medina, TX?
Fox is on channel 31 from KXOF-CD, broadcasting from 44 miles NNW of Medina. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Medina, TX?
CW is on channel 13.2 from KYLX-CD, broadcasting from 58 miles NNW of Medina. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Medina, TX?
Telemundo is on channel 40 from KTLM, broadcasting from 47 miles SE of Medina. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Univision in Medina, TX?
Univision is on channel 27 from KLDO-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles NNW of Medina. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Medina?
11 transmitters within 70 miles of Medina; around 1 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 Medina?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 337°. The main network towers for Medina sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Medina?
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 Medina?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Medina?
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 Texas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Medina; signal estimates ignore terrain.