TV channels & antenna towers in Wailuku, Hawaii

Wailuku has 7 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC and CW. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KLEI, 14 miles to the SE.

Open Wailuku in the live finder

7TV transmitters within 70 miles

3networks over the air

14 mito the closest tower

15,313population

Network channels in Wailuku

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CWKAII-TVCW	7.2	19 mi	150° SSE	Fair	Wailuku, HI
NBCKOGGNBC	13	19 mi	150° SSE	Good	Wailuku, HI
ABCKMAUABC	4	19 mi	150° SSE	Fair	Wailuku, HI

Over-the-air TV in Wailuku

With roughly 15,300 residents, Wailuku is a town in Hawaii. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 7 licensed TV transmitters: 6 full-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 7 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 0 farther out. Wailuku is a broadcast hub in its own right: three of the 3 network stations in range are licensed here.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 4 (KMAU), NBC on channel 13 (KOGG) and CW on channel 7.2 (KAII-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGMB in Honolulu, HI, 109 miles to the west. No Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Wailuku. 3 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 Wailuku

Point your antenna SSE, at about 150°. The main network towers for Wailuku sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Three network stations, KAII-TV, KOGG and KMAU, transmit from the same tower site about 19 miles southeast of Wailuku (150° SSE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.

Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Wailuku at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southeast, so this is an easy place to aim.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Wailuku, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Wailuku

The farthest main network tower for Wailuku is KOGG (NBC), 19 miles away with a good 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 Wailuku

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
KLEIFull power	14 mi	125° SE	Fair	Wailuku, HI
KMEBFull power	19 mi	150° SSE	Fair	Wailuku, HI
KGMVFull power	19 mi	150° SSE	Good	Wailuku, HI
K28NN-DTranslator	20 mi	129° SE	Weak	Wailuku, HI

How Wailuku compares with the rest of Hawaii

With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Wailuku ranks 69th of 121 places in Hawaii: fewer than the typical Hawaii town (7). Its nearest major network tower is 19 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.

Setting up an antenna in Wailuku: 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 150° SSE, the direction of KOGG (NBC), 19 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 6 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 Wailuku, HI?

ABC is on channel 4 from KMAU, broadcasting from 19 miles SSE of Wailuku. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Wailuku, HI?

NBC is on channel 13 from KOGG, broadcasting from 19 miles SSE of Wailuku. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Wailuku, HI?

CW is on channel 7.2 from KAII-TV, broadcasting from 19 miles SSE of Wailuku. Estimated signal: fair.

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

7 transmitters within 70 miles of Wailuku; around 6 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 Wailuku?

Point your antenna SSE, at about 150°. The main network towers for Wailuku sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Wailuku?

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 Wailuku?

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 Wailuku?

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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