TV channels & antenna towers in Winslow, Maine

Winslow has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WFYW-LD, 15 miles to the SSW.

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21TV transmitters within 70 miles

5networks over the air

15 mito the closest tower

7,794population

Network channels in Winslow

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CWWABI-TVCW	5.2	29 mi	68° ENE	Fair	Bangor, ME
MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV	18.1	43 mi	57° ENE	Poor	Bangor/Dedham, ME
NBCWLBZNBC	2	49 mi	74° ENE	Poor	Bangor, ME
ABCWVII-TVABC	7	54 mi	74° ENE	Weak	Bangor, ME
FOXWFVX-LDFox	22	54 mi	74° ENE	Weak	Bangor, ME
FOXWGME-TVFox	13.2	61 mi	225° SW	Good	Portland, ME

Over-the-air TV in Winslow

With roughly 7,790 residents, Winslow is a town in Maine. Our map shows 21 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 12 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 8 between 25 and 45 miles, and 12 farther out. Four of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Bangor, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Bangor's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 7 (WVII-TV), NBC on channel 2 (WLBZ), Fox on channel 13.2 (WGME-TV), CW on channel 5.2 (WABI-TV) 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, 157 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 Winslow

The main network towers around Winslow are in different directions: ABC 74° ENE (54 mi), NBC 74° ENE (49 mi) and Fox 225° SW (61 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

WVII-TV (ABC) and WLBZ (NBC) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Winslow. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Winslow

The farthest main network tower for Winslow is WGME-TV (Fox), 61 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

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 Winslow

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	15 mi	192° SSW	Weak	Fairfield/Waterville, ME
W19FA-DLow power	29 mi	68° ENE	Fair	Bangor, ME
W21EO-DLow power	29 mi	68° ENE	Poor	Orono, ME
WCBBFull power	33 mi	215° SW	Good	Augusta, ME
WEXZ-LDLow power	37 mi	26° NNE	Poor	Bangor, ME
W15DS-DLow power	43 mi	57° ENE	Poor	Bangor, ME
W34EQ-DLow power	43 mi	57° ENE	Poor	Bangor, ME
W20ER-DLow power	46 mi	63° ENE	Poor	Bangor, ME
W32FS-DLow power	46 mi	63° ENE	Poor	Bangor, ME
W14DA-DLow power	54 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Harpswell, ME
W36FM-DLow power	54 mi	74° ENE	Poor	Etna, ME
WMEB-TVFull power	54 mi	74° ENE	Good	Orono, ME
W04BS-DTranslator	58 mi	262° W	Poor	Bethel, ME
W03AM-DTranslator	60 mi	240° WSW	Poor	Harrison, ME
WPFOFull power	61 mi	225° SW	Good	Waterville, ME

How Winslow compares with the rest of Maine

With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Winslow ranks 166th of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 29 miles away, against a state median of 28 miles.

53% of Maine's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Lewiston, 43 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Winslow: 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 225° SW, the direction of WGME-TV (Fox), 61 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 Winslow, ME?

ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 54 miles ENE of Winslow. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is NBC in Winslow, ME?

NBC is on channel 2 from WLBZ, broadcasting from 49 miles ENE of Winslow. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is Fox in Winslow, ME?

Fox is on channel 13.2 from WGME-TV, broadcasting from 61 miles SW of Winslow. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Winslow, ME?

CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles ENE of Winslow. Estimated signal: fair.

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

21 transmitters within 70 miles of Winslow; around 6 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 Winslow?

What kind of antenna do I need in Winslow?

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 152° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Winslow?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Winslow?

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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