TV channels & antenna towers in Weatogue, Connecticut
Weatogue has 39 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 24 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WRNT-LD, 3.6 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Weatogue
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWFSBCBS | 3 | 4.9 mi | 166° SSE | Strong | Hartford, CT |
| FOXWTIC-TVFox | 61 | 9.7 mi | 181° S | Strong | Hartford, CT |
| CWWCCT-TVCW | 20 | 9.7 mi | 181° S | Strong | Waterbury, CT |
| IONWHPX-TVION | 26 | 9.7 mi | 181° S | Strong | New London, CT |
| MeTVWHCT-LDMeTV | 35.1 | 9.7 mi | 181° S | Good | Hartford, New Haven, CT |
| TLMWRDM-CDTelemundo | 19 | 9.9 mi | 181° S | Strong | Hartford, CT |
| NBCWVITNBC | 30 | 9.9 mi | 181° S | Strong | New Britain, CT |
| UNIWHTX-LDUnivision | 43 | 18 mi | 21° NNE | Fair | Springfield, MA |
| CWWWLPCW | 22.2 | 18 mi | 21° NNE | Fair | Springfield, MA |
| TLMWDMR-LDTelemundo | 14 | 18 mi | 21° NNE | Fair | Springfield, MA |
| UNIWUVNUnivision | 18 | 20 mi | 117° ESE | Fair | Hartford, CT |
| ABCWGGB-TVABC | 40 | 29 mi | 18° NNE | Good | Springfield, MA |
| CBSWSHM-LDCBS | 33 | 29 mi | 18° NNE | Weak | Springfield, MA |
| CWWFXQ-CDCW | 28.2 | 30 mi | 18° NNE | Weak | Springfield, MA |
| ABCWTNHABC | 8 | 30 mi | 192° SSW | Fair | New Haven, CT |
| IONWPXQ-TVION | 69 | 59 mi | 114° ESE | Fair | Newport, RI |
Over-the-air TV in Weatogue
Weatogue is a town of about 2,780 people in Connecticut. There are 39 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 18 full-power, 7 Class A, 10 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 24 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 12 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 18 transmitters are within 25 miles, 9 between 25 and 45 miles, and 12 farther out. Six of the 16 network stations in range are licensed to Springfield, MA, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Springfield's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 40 (WGGB-TV), CBS on channel 3 (WFSB), NBC on channel 30 (WVIT), Fox on channel 61 (WTIC-TV), CW on channel 20 (WCCT-TV), ION on channel 26 (WHPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 19 (WRDM-CD), Univision on channel 43 (WHTX-LD) and MeTV on channel 35.1 (WHCT-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal) and Univision (fair signal). 8 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 Weatogue
The main network towers around Weatogue are in different directions: ABC 18° NNE (29 mi), CBS 166° SSE (4.9 mi), NBC 181° S (9.9 mi) and Fox 181° S (9.7 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Five network stations, WTIC-TV, WCCT-TV, WHPX-TV, WRDM-CD and WVIT, transmit from the same tower site about 9.7 miles south of Weatogue (181° S). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 11 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Weatogue at fair strength or better, 64% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Weatogue, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Weatogue
The farthest main network tower for Weatogue is WGGB-TV (ABC), 29 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.
WFSB is only 4.9 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 Weatogue
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WRNT-LDLow power | 3.6 mi | 153° SSE | Good | Hartford, CT |
| WWAX-LDLow power | 4.9 mi | 166° SSE | Good | Hartford, CT |
| WEDYFull power | 9.7 mi | 181° S | Strong | New Haven, CT |
| WEDHFull power | 9.7 mi | 181° S | Strong | Hartford, CT |
| WHNH-CDClass A | 9.7 mi | 181° S | Fair | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| WTXX-LDLow power | 17 mi | 205° SSW | Fair | Springfield, MA |
| WUTH-CDClass A | 20 mi | 117° ESE | Fair | Hartford, CT |
| WGBY-TVFull power | 29 mi | 19° NNE | Fair | Springfield, MA |
| WCTXFull power | 30 mi | 192° SSW | Fair | New Haven, CT |
| WETN-LDClass A | 39 mi | 191° S | Weak | Allingtown, CT |
| WXGN-LDLow power | 39 mi | 232° SW | Poor | Danbury, CT |
| WEDNFull power | 41 mi | 123° ESE | Weak | Norwich, CT |
| W28DA-DTranslator | 46 mi | 331° NNW | Poor | Pittsfield, MA |
| WVMA-CDClass A | 54 mi | 89° E | Poor | Providence, RI |
| WYBM-LDLow power | 56 mi | 351° N | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| W32FW-DTranslator | 58 mi | 343° NNW | Poor | Adams, MA |
| WLWCFull power | 59 mi | 114° ESE | Fair | New Bedford, MA |
| WZPK-LDTranslator | 61 mi | 262° W | Poor | Monticello, NY |
| W23ER-DTranslator | 61 mi | 262° W | Poor | Poughkeepsie, NY |
| WNYJ-LDLow power | 61 mi | 262° W | Poor | Newburgh, NY |
| WVVH-CDClass A | 65 mi | 157° SSE | Poor | Southampton, NY |
| WLNY-TVFull power | 66 mi | 184° S | Poor | Riverhead, NY |
| WFTY-DTFull power | 66 mi | 186° S | Poor | Smithtown, NY |
How Weatogue compares with the rest of Connecticut
With 24 stations at fair strength or better, Weatogue ranks 111th of 183 places in Connecticut: fewer than the typical Connecticut town (26). Its nearest major network tower is 4.9 miles away, against a state median of 15 miles.
73% of Connecticut's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is West Hartford, 7.2 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Weatogue: step by step
- 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.
- Point it toward 18° NNE, the direction of WGGB-TV (ABC), 29 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 24 stations, 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 Weatogue, CT?
ABC is on channel 40 from WGGB-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles NNE of Weatogue. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Weatogue, CT?
CBS is on channel 3 from WFSB, broadcasting from 4.9 miles SSE of Weatogue. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Weatogue, CT?
NBC is on channel 30 from WVIT, broadcasting from 9.9 miles S of Weatogue. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Weatogue, CT?
Fox is on channel 61 from WTIC-TV, broadcasting from 9.7 miles S of Weatogue. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Weatogue, CT?
CW is on channel 20 from WCCT-TV, broadcasting from 9.7 miles S of Weatogue. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Weatogue?
39 transmitters within 70 miles of Weatogue; around 24 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 Weatogue?
The main network towers around Weatogue are in different directions: ABC 18° NNE (29 mi), CBS 166° SSE (4.9 mi), NBC 181° S (9.9 mi) and Fox 181° S (9.7 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Weatogue?
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 163° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Weatogue?
WFSB is only 4.9 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 Weatogue?
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 Connecticut · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Weatogue; signal estimates ignore terrain.