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TV channels & antenna towers in Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands

Charlotte Amalie has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox and ION. About 13 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WVXF (Fox), 1.4 miles to the NW.

Open Charlotte Amalie in the live finder
27TV transmitters within 70 miles
4networks over the air
1.4 mito the closest tower
20,000population

Network channels in Charlotte Amalie

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
FOXWVXFFox17.2 1.4 mi311° NW StrongCharlotte Amalie, VI
NBCWVGN-LDNBC19 1.4 mi311° NW StrongCharlotte Amalie, VI
IONWFIG-LDION8 1.6 mi122° ESE GoodCharlotte Amalie, VI
ABCWCVI-TVABC23.2 43 mi162° SSE WeakChristiansted, VI

Over-the-air TV in Charlotte Amalie

With roughly 20,000 residents, Charlotte Amalie is a city in U.S. Virgin Islands. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 27 licensed TV transmitters: 12 full-power, 12 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 13 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.

6 of them are within 25 miles of Charlotte Amalie, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 17 are more than 45 miles out. Charlotte Amalie is a broadcast hub in its own right: three of the 4 network stations in range are licensed here.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 23.2 (WCVI-TV), NBC on channel 19 (WVGN-LD), Fox on channel 17.2 (WVXF) and ION on channel 8 (WFIG-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Charlotte Amalie. 10 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 Charlotte Amalie

The main network towers around Charlotte Amalie are in different directions: ABC 162° SSE (43 mi) and Fox 311° NW (1.4 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

WCVI-TV (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Charlotte Amalie. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Charlotte Amalie

The farthest main network tower for Charlotte Amalie is WCVI-TV (ABC), 43 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.

WVXF is only 1.4 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 Charlotte Amalie

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WTJX-TVFull power1.5 mi 311° NWStrongCharlotte Amalie, VI
WZVIFull power1.6 mi 122° ESEStrongCharlotte Amalie, VI
W31EJ-DLow power2.9 mi 292° WNWGoodTutu, St Thomas, VI
W05AW-DTranslator41 mi 168° SSEPoorChristiansted, VI
W18EN-DLow power42 mi 171° SPoorSion Farm, St Croix, VI
WSVIFull power42 mi 171° SWeakChristiansted, VI
W33ED-DLow power49 mi 265° WPoorVieques, PR
W19EP-DLow power49 mi 265° WPoorCulebra, PR
W18DZ-DLow power49 mi 265° WPoorCeiba, PR
WSJU-LDLow power49 mi 265° WPoorCeiba, PR
W05DA-DLow power49 mi 265° WPoorFajardo, PR
W09AT-DTranslator50 mi 269° WPoorFajardo, PR
W20DQ-DLow power50 mi 269° WPoorLuquillo, PR
WRUAFull power57 mi 268° WFairFajardo, PR
WVQS-LDLow power57 mi 268° WPoorIsabel Segunda, PR
WORO-DTFull power57 mi 268° WFairFajardo, PR
WMTJFull power57 mi 268° WFairFajardo, PR
WIDPFull power61 mi 266° WFairGuayama, PR
WVSNFull power61 mi 266° WFairHumacao, PR
WVDO-LDLow power61 mi 266° WPoorCarolina, PR
WTCVFull power61 mi 266° WGoodSan Juan, PR
WJPXFull power61 mi 266° WGoodSan Juan, PR
W08EI-DLow power67 mi 266° WPoorGuaynabo, PR

How Charlotte Amalie compares with the rest of U.S. Virgin Islands

With 13 stations at fair strength or better, Charlotte Amalie ranks 1st of 3 places in U.S. Virgin Islands: the same as the typical U.S. Virgin Islands town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 1.4 miles away, against a state median of 1.9 miles.

100% of U.S. Virgin Islands's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Saint Croix, 44 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Charlotte Amalie: 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 162° SSE, the direction of WCVI-TV (ABC), 43 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 13 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 ABC in Charlotte Amalie, VI?

ABC is on channel 23.2 from WCVI-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles SSE of Charlotte Amalie. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is NBC in Charlotte Amalie, VI?

NBC is on channel 19 from WVGN-LD, broadcasting from 1.4 miles NW of Charlotte Amalie. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Charlotte Amalie, VI?

Fox is on channel 17.2 from WVXF, broadcasting from 1.4 miles NW of Charlotte Amalie. Estimated signal: strong.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Charlotte Amalie?

27 transmitters within 70 miles of Charlotte Amalie; around 13 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 Charlotte Amalie?

The main network towers around Charlotte Amalie are in different directions: ABC 162° SSE (43 mi) and Fox 311° NW (1.4 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Charlotte Amalie?

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. The towers are spread over about 149° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Charlotte Amalie?

WVXF is only 1.4 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 Charlotte Amalie?

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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