TV channels & antenna towers in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts
South Yarmouth has 28 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WWDP, 50 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in South Yarmouth
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMWYCN-LDTelemundo | 8 | 55 mi | 295° WNW | Poor | Providence, RI |
| CWWNAC-TVCW | 64.2 | 58 mi | 285° WNW | Weak | Providence, RI |
| MeTVWLNE-TVMeTV | 6.5 | 58 mi | 284° WNW | Fair | New Bedford, MA |
| ABCWJARABC | 10.2 | 58 mi | 284° WNW | Fair | Providence, RI |
| TLMWRIW-CDTelemundo | 51 | 58 mi | 284° WNW | Poor | Providence, RI |
| CBSWPRI-TVCBS | 12 | 59 mi | 284° WNW | Weak | Providence, RI |
| FOXWFXTFox | 25 | 69 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Boston, MA |
| CWWLVICW | 56 | 69 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Cambridge, MA |
| NBCWBTS-CDNBC | 15 | 70 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Nashua, NH |
| CBSWBZ-TVCBS | 4 | 70 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Boston, MA |
| TLMWNEUTelemundo | 60 | 70 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Merrimack, NH |
| ABCWCVB-TVABC | 5 | 70 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Boston, MA |
Over-the-air TV in South Yarmouth
South Yarmouth is a town of about 11,100 people in Massachusetts. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 28 licensed TV transmitters: 17 full-power, 3 Class A, 7 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 28 farther out. Five of the 12 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 4 (WBZ-TV), NBC on channel 15 (WBTS-CD), Fox on channel 25 (WFXT), CW on channel 64.2 (WNAC-TV), Telemundo on channel 60 (WNEU) and MeTV on channel 6.5 (WLNE-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (weak signal). 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 South Yarmouth
Point your antenna WNW, at about 303°. The main network towers for South Yarmouth sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, WFXT, WLVI, WBTS-CD, WBZ-TV and WNEU and others, transmit from the same tower site about 69 miles northwest of South Yarmouth (310° NW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
WJAR (ABC), WBZ-TV (CBS), WBTS-CD (NBC) and WFXT (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from South Yarmouth. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for South Yarmouth
The farthest main network tower for South Yarmouth is WBTS-CD (NBC), 70 miles away with a very weak 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 South Yarmouth
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 | 50 mi | 299° WNW | Poor | Norwell, MA |
| WMFPFull power | 50 mi | 299° WNW | Poor | Foxborough, MA |
| WSBE-TVFull power | 58 mi | 284° WNW | Poor | Providence, RI |
| WCRN-LDLow power | 60 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WWOO-LDLow power | 66 mi | 317° NW | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| WHDT-LDLow power | 66 mi | 316° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WCEA-LDLow power | 66 mi | 316° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WMPX-LDLow power | 69 mi | 290° WNW | Poor | Dennis, MA |
| WFXZ-CDClass A | 69 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WGBH-TVFull power | 69 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WVCC-LDLow power | 69 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| WHDHFull power | 69 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Boston, MA |
| W26EU-DTranslator | 69 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WUTF-TVFull power | 70 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Worcester, MA |
| WGBX-TVFull power | 70 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Boston, MA |
| WSBK-TVFull power | 70 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Boston, MA |
How South Yarmouth compares with the rest of Massachusetts
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, South Yarmouth ranks 375th of 390 places in Massachusetts: fewer than the typical Massachusetts town (29). Its nearest major network tower is 55 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, 3.5 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in South Yarmouth: 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 310° NW, the direction of WBTS-CD (NBC), 70 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 2 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 South Yarmouth, MA?
ABC is on channel 10.2 from WJAR, broadcasting from 58 miles WNW of South Yarmouth. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in South Yarmouth, MA?
CBS is on channel 4 from WBZ-TV, broadcasting from 70 miles NW of South Yarmouth. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in South Yarmouth, MA?
NBC is on channel 15 from WBTS-CD, broadcasting from 70 miles NW of South Yarmouth. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in South Yarmouth, MA?
Fox is on channel 25 from WFXT, broadcasting from 69 miles NW of South Yarmouth. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in South Yarmouth, MA?
CW is on channel 64.2 from WNAC-TV, broadcasting from 58 miles WNW of South Yarmouth. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in South Yarmouth?
28 transmitters within 70 miles of South Yarmouth; around 2 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 South Yarmouth?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 303°. The main network towers for South Yarmouth sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in South Yarmouth?
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 South Yarmouth?
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 South Yarmouth?
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 Massachusetts · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of South Yarmouth; signal estimates ignore terrain.