TV channels & antenna towers in Harwich Center, Massachusetts
Harwich Center has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, CW, Telemundo and MeTV. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WWDP, 55 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Harwich Center
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMWYCN-LDTelemundo | 8 | 60 mi | 291° WNW | Poor | Providence, RI |
| CWWNAC-TVCW | 64.2 | 64 mi | 282° WNW | Poor | Providence, RI |
| MeTVWLNE-TVMeTV | 6.5 | 64 mi | 281° W | Weak | New Bedford, MA |
| ABCWJARABC | 10.2 | 64 mi | 281° W | Fair | Providence, RI |
| TLMWRIW-CDTelemundo | 51 | 64 mi | 281° W | Poor | Providence, RI |
| CBSWPRI-TVCBS | 12 | 64 mi | 281° WNW | Poor | Providence, RI |
Over-the-air TV in Harwich Center
Harwich Center, Massachusetts has a population of about 1,800. There are 13 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 7 full-power, 1 Class A and 5 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 13 farther out. Five of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Providence, RI, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Providence's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 10.2 (WJAR), CBS on channel 12 (WPRI-TV), CW on channel 64.2 (WNAC-TV), Telemundo on channel 51 (WRIW-CD) and MeTV on channel 6.5 (WLNE-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBTS-CD in Nashua, NH, 74 miles to the northwest. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WFXT in Boston, MA, 73 miles to the northwest. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 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 Harwich Center
Point your antenna WNW, at about 281°. The main network towers for Harwich Center sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, WNAC-TV, WLNE-TV, WJAR, WRIW-CD and WPRI-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 64 miles west of Harwich Center (282° WNW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
WJAR (ABC) and WPRI-TV (CBS) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Harwich Center. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Harwich Center
The farthest main network tower for Harwich Center is WPRI-TV (CBS), 64 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Harwich Center
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WWDPFull power | 55 mi | 294° WNW | Poor | Norwell, MA |
| WMFPFull power | 55 mi | 294° WNW | Poor | Foxborough, MA |
| WCRN-LDLow power | 63 mi | 308° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WSBE-TVFull power | 64 mi | 281° W | Poor | Providence, RI |
| WWOO-LDLow power | 69 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| WHDT-LDLow power | 69 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WCEA-LDLow power | 69 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
How Harwich Center compares with the rest of Massachusetts
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Harwich Center ranks 378th of 390 places in Massachusetts: fewer than the typical Massachusetts town (29). Its nearest major network tower is 60 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.
25% of Massachusetts's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Yarmouth, 8.3 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Harwich Center: 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 281° WNW, the direction of WPRI-TV (CBS), 64 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
What channel is ABC in Harwich Center, MA?
ABC is on channel 10.2 from WJAR, broadcasting from 64 miles W of Harwich Center. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Harwich Center, MA?
CBS is on channel 12 from WPRI-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles WNW of Harwich Center. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Harwich Center, MA?
CW is on channel 64.2 from WNAC-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles WNW of Harwich Center. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Harwich Center, MA?
Telemundo is on channel 51 from WRIW-CD, broadcasting from 64 miles W of Harwich Center. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Harwich Center?
13 transmitters within 70 miles of Harwich Center; 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 Harwich Center?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 281°. The main network towers for Harwich Center sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Harwich Center?
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 Harwich Center?
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 Harwich Center?
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 Massachusetts cities
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- West Yarmouth9.3 mi
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- Hyannis11 mi
- Barnstable12 mi
- Centerville15 mi
- Marstons Mills18 mi
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More: all TV stations in Massachusetts · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Harwich Center; signal estimates ignore terrain.