TV channels & antenna towers in Augusta, Maine
Augusta has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW, ION and MeTV. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WFYW-LD, 5.1 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Augusta
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWABI-TVCW | 5.2 | 44 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| FOXWGME-TVFox | 13.2 | 44 mi | 233° SW | Good | Portland, ME |
| NBCWCSHNBC | 6 | 56 mi | 236° WSW | Good | Portland, ME |
| IONWIPLION | 35 | 58 mi | 237° WSW | Weak | Lewiston, ME |
| CWWPXTCW | 51 | 58 mi | 237° WSW | Good | Portland, ME |
| ABCWMTWABC | 8 | 58 mi | 237° WSW | Fair | Poland Spring, ME |
| MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV | 18.1 | 59 mi | 48° NE | Poor | Bangor/Dedham, ME |
| NBCWLBZNBC | 2 | 62 mi | 61° ENE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| ABCWVII-TVABC | 7 | 67 mi | 62° ENE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| FOXWFVX-LDFox | 22 | 67 mi | 62° ENE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
Over-the-air TV in Augusta
Augusta is a town of about 18,500 people in Maine. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 25 licensed TV transmitters: 11 full-power, 12 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Augusta, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 17 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Bangor, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Bangor's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 8 (WMTW), NBC on channel 6 (WCSH), Fox on channel 13.2 (WGME-TV), CW on channel 51 (WPXT), ION on channel 35 (WIPL) and MeTV on channel 18.1 (WBGR-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WCAX-TV in Burlington, VT, 151 miles to the west. 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 Augusta
Point your antenna SW, at about 235°. The main network towers for Augusta sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WIPL, WPXT and WMTW, transmit from the same tower site about 58 miles southwest of Augusta (237° WSW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Augusta at fair strength or better, 80% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Augusta, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Augusta
The farthest main network tower for Augusta is WMTW (ABC), 58 miles away with a fair 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 stations near Augusta
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WFYW-LDLow power | 5.1 mi | 70° ENE | Weak | Fairfield/Waterville, ME |
| WCBBFull power | 16 mi | 227° SW | Strong | Augusta, ME |
| W14DA-DLow power | 36 mi | 193° SSW | Weak | Harpswell, ME |
| W19FA-DLow power | 44 mi | 52° NE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W21EO-DLow power | 44 mi | 52° NE | Poor | Orono, ME |
| WPFOFull power | 44 mi | 233° SW | Good | Waterville, ME |
| W03AM-DTranslator | 47 mi | 252° WSW | Poor | Harrison, ME |
| W04BS-DTranslator | 50 mi | 280° W | Poor | Bethel, ME |
| WEXZ-LDLow power | 55 mi | 26° NNE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W15DS-DLow power | 59 mi | 48° NE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W34EQ-DLow power | 59 mi | 48° NE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W20ER-DLow power | 62 mi | 52° NE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W32FS-DLow power | 62 mi | 52° NE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W36FM-DLow power | 67 mi | 62° ENE | Poor | Etna, ME |
| WMEB-TVFull power | 67 mi | 62° ENE | Weak | Orono, ME |
How Augusta compares with the rest of Maine
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Augusta ranks 132nd of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 44 miles away, against a state median of 28 miles.
53% of Maine's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Augusta: 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 237° WSW, the direction of WMTW (ABC), 58 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 7 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 Augusta, ME?
ABC is on channel 8 from WMTW, broadcasting from 58 miles WSW of Augusta. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Augusta, ME?
NBC is on channel 6 from WCSH, broadcasting from 56 miles WSW of Augusta. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Augusta, ME?
Fox is on channel 13.2 from WGME-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles SW of Augusta. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Augusta, ME?
CW is on channel 51 from WPXT, broadcasting from 58 miles WSW of Augusta. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Augusta?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of Augusta; around 7 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 Augusta?
Point your antenna SW, at about 235°. The main network towers for Augusta sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Augusta?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Augusta?
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 Augusta?
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 Maine · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Augusta; signal estimates ignore terrain.