TV channels & antenna towers in Mokulēia, Hawaii

Mokulēia has 14 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW and Trinity. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KALO, 13 miles to the SSE.

14TV transmitters within 70 miles
5networks over the air
13 mito the closest tower
1,811population

Network channels in Mokulēia

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
CBSKGMBCBS5 13 mi165° SSE GoodHonolulu, HI
NBCKHNLNBC13 13 mi165° SSE GoodHonolulu, HI
TBNKAAH-TVTrinity26 13 mi164° SSE GoodHonolulu, HI
ABCKITVABC4 28 mi135° SE FairHonolulu, HI
CWKHON-TVCW2.2 29 mi134° SE WeakHonolulu, HI

Over-the-air TV in Mokulēia

With roughly 1,810 residents, Mokulēia is a small community in Hawaii. Our map shows 14 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 13 full-power and 1 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.

9 of them are within 25 miles of Mokulēia, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 0 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Honolulu, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Honolulu's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 4 (KITV), CBS on channel 5 (KGMB), NBC on channel 13 (KHNL), CW on channel 2.2 (KHON-TV) and Trinity on channel 26 (KAAH-TV). No Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Mokulēia. 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 Mokulēia

Point your antenna SSE, at about 155°. The main network towers for Mokulēia sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Three network stations, KGMB, KHNL and KAAH-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 13 miles south of Mokulēia (165° SSE). That one direction covers every station on the site.

Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Mokulēia at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Mokulēia

The farthest main network tower for Mokulēia is KITV (ABC), 28 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.

An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.

Other stations near Mokulēia

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
KALOFull power13 mi 164° SSEGoodHonolulu, HI
KHETFull power13 mi 165° SSEGoodHonolulu, HI
KHII-TVFull power13 mi 165° SSEGoodHonolulu, HI
KIKUFull power13 mi 164° SSEGoodHonolulu, HI
KWBNFull power13 mi 164° SSEFairHonolulu, HI
KHHI-LDLow power25 mi 135° SEPoorHonolulu, HI
KWHEFull power27 mi 134° SEWeakHonolulu, HI
KBFD-DTFull power27 mi 134° SEFairHonolulu, HI
KUPUFull power35 mi 120° ESEFairWaimanalo, HI

How Mokulēia compares with the rest of Hawaii

With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Mokulēia ranks 40th of 121 places in Hawaii: more than the typical Hawaii town (7). Its nearest major network tower is 13 miles away, against a state median of 12 miles.

44% of Hawaii's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Mililani Town, 13 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Mokulēia: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 135° SE, the direction of KITV (ABC), 28 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 11 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 Mokulēia, HI?

ABC is on channel 4 from KITV, broadcasting from 28 miles SE of Mokulēia. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CBS in Mokulēia, HI?

CBS is on channel 5 from KGMB, broadcasting from 13 miles SSE of Mokulēia. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in Mokulēia, HI?

NBC is on channel 13 from KHNL, broadcasting from 13 miles SSE of Mokulēia. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Mokulēia, HI?

CW is on channel 2.2 from KHON-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles SE of Mokulēia. Estimated signal: weak.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Mokulēia?

14 transmitters within 70 miles of Mokulēia; around 11 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 Mokulēia?

Point your antenna SSE, at about 155°. The main network towers for Mokulēia sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Mokulēia?

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.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Mokulēia?

An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Mokulēia?

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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