TV channels & antenna towers in Lihue, Hawaii
Lihue has 6 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K30JE-D, 7.9 miles to the W.
Over-the-air TV in Lihue
Lihue is a town of about 6,460 people in Hawaii. There are 6 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.
By distance, 6 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 0 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KITV in Honolulu, HI, 109 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGMB in Honolulu, HI, 91 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Lihue.
Which way to point your antenna in Lihue
The nearest towers around Lihue are in different directions: K30JE-D 266° W (7.9 mi), K32IX-D 266° W (7.9 mi) and K36IJ-D 19° NNE (11 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Lihue, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Lihue
The farthest of the closest towers for Lihue is K36IJ-D, 11 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Lihue
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K30JE-DTranslator | 7.9 mi | 266° W | Weak | Lihue, HI |
| K32IX-DTranslator | 7.9 mi | 266° W | Fair | Lihue, HI |
| K36IJ-DTranslator | 11 mi | 19° NNE | Weak | Anahola, Etc., HI |
| K21IA-DTranslator | 14 mi | 10° N | Weak | Waipake, HI |
| K34IS-DTranslator | 17 mi | 355° N | Weak | Kilauea, HI |
| K29HL-DTranslator | 17 mi | 339° NNW | Weak | Hanalei, Etc., HI |
How Lihue compares with the rest of Hawaii
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Lihue ranks 105th of 121 places in Hawaii: fewer than the typical Hawaii town (7).
25% of Hawaii's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Lihue: 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 19° NNE, the direction of K36IJ-D, 11 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 Lihue?
6 transmitters within 70 miles of Lihue; 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 Lihue?
The nearest towers around Lihue are in different directions: K30JE-D 266° W (7.9 mi), K32IX-D 266° W (7.9 mi) and K36IJ-D 19° NNE (11 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Lihue?
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 113° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Lihue?
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 Lihue?
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 Hawaii cities
- Hanamā‘ulu1.4 mi
- Puhi2.0 mi
- Wailua5.4 mi
- Wailua Homesteads6.3 mi
- Kapa‘a7.3 mi
- Koloa8.1 mi
- ‘Ōma‘o8.4 mi
- Lawai9.4 mi
- Kalāheo11 mi
- Anahola12 mi
- ‘Ele‘ele14 mi
- Hanapēpē Heights15 mi
- Hanapēpē15 mi
- Kīlauea16 mi
- Princeville18 mi
- Waimea19 mi
- Kekaha22 mi
More: all TV stations in Hawaii · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Lihue; signal estimates ignore terrain.