TV channels & antenna towers in Rosita South, Texas
Rosita South has 2 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KVAW, 7.6 miles to the NNW.
Over-the-air TV in Rosita South
Rosita South, Texas has a population of about 2,700. There are 2 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles. 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, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 1 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGNS-TV in Laredo, TX, 81 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KENS in San Antonio, TX, 138 miles to the east. 2 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 Rosita South
Point your antenna NNW, at about 335°. The nearest towers for Rosita South sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
KYVV-TV lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Rosita South. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Rosita South
The farthest of the closest towers for Rosita South is KYVV-TV, 56 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 TV stations near Rosita South
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KVAWFull power | 7.6 mi | 337° NNW | Good | Eagle Pass, TX |
| KYVV-TVFull power | 56 mi | 332° NNW | Poor | Del Rio, TX |
How Rosita South compares with the rest of Texas
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Rosita South ranks 973rd of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14).
32% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Eagle Pass, 7.3 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Rosita South: 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 332° NNW, the direction of KYVV-TV, 56 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Rosita South?
2 transmitters within 70 miles of Rosita South; 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 Rosita South?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 335°. The nearest towers for Rosita South sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Rosita South?
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 Rosita South?
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 Rosita South?
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.
TV channels in nearby Texas cities
- Rosita North2.3 mi
- Eidson Road5.1 mi
- Las Quintas Fronterizas5.2 mi
- Las Quintas Fronterizas Colonia5.3 mi
- Eagle Pass7.3 mi
- Siesta Acres10 mi
- Elm Creek11 mi
- Carrizo Springs35 mi
- Crystal City37 mi
- La Pryor41 mi
- Asherton42 mi
- Fort Clark Springs47 mi
- Brackettville47 mi
More: all TV stations in Texas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Rosita South; signal estimates ignore terrain.