TV channels & antenna towers in Latimer, Mississippi
Latimer has 19 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, CW, Telemundo and MeTV. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WXVO-LD, 9.6 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Latimer
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVWTBL-LDMeTV | 51.1 | 13 mi | 219° SW | Fair | Biloxi, MS |
| CWWXXV-TVCW | 25.3 | 19 mi | 322° NW | Good | Gulfport, MS |
| ABCWLOXABC | 13 | 19 mi | 314° NW | Strong | Biloxi, MS |
| FOXWHPM-LDFox | 23 | 62 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Hattiesburg, MS |
| CBSWKRG-TVCBS | 5 | 63 mi | 80° E | Good | Mobile, AL |
| CWWFNACW | 55 | 63 mi | 80° E | Good | Gulf Shores, AL |
| CWWHLTCW | 22.2 | 64 mi | 340° NNW | Weak | Hattiesburg, MS |
| FOXWALA-TVFox | 10 | 64 mi | 80° E | Weak | Mobile, AL |
| TLMWMBP-LDTelemundo | 31 | 64 mi | 80° E | Poor | Mobile, AL |
| ABCWDAM-TVABC | 7.2 | 68 mi | 339° NNW | Poor | Laurel, MS |
Over-the-air TV in Latimer
Latimer is a town of about 6,080 people in Mississippi. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 19 licensed TV transmitters: 9 full-power and 10 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 6 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 13 farther out. Three of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Mobile, AL, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Mobile's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 13 (WLOX), CBS on channel 5 (WKRG-TV), Fox on channel 10 (WALA-TV), CW on channel 25.3 (WXXV-TV), Telemundo on channel 31 (WMBP-LD) and MeTV on channel 51.1 (WTBL-LD). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WDSU in New Orleans, LA, 77 miles to the southwest. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 2 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 Latimer
The main network towers around Latimer are in different directions: ABC 314° NW (19 mi), CBS 80° E (63 mi) and Fox 80° E (64 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WXXV-TV and WLOX, transmit from the same tower site about 19 miles northwest of Latimer (322° NW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Latimer at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WALA-TV (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Latimer. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Latimer
The farthest main network tower for Latimer is WALA-TV (Fox), 64 miles away with a 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 Latimer
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WXVO-LDLow power | 9.6 mi | 110° ESE | Good | Biloxi, MS |
| WMAH-TVFull power | 16 mi | 343° NNW | Strong | Biloxi, MS |
| W33EG-DLow power | 18 mi | 87° E | Fair | Lumberton, MS |
| W30EZ-DLow power | 54 mi | 281° W | Poor | Slidell, LA |
| WEIQFull power | 59 mi | 81° E | Weak | Mobile, AL |
| W27EH-DLow power | 60 mi | 334° NNW | Poor | Hattiesburg, MS |
| WGOX-LDLow power | 62 mi | 80° E | Poor | Mobile, AL |
| WEDS-LDLow power | 62 mi | 94° E | Poor | Mobile, AL |
| WLHA-LDLow power | 68 mi | 339° NNW | Poor | Laurel, MS |
How Latimer compares with the rest of Mississippi
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Latimer ranks 124th of 217 places in Mississippi: fewer than the typical Mississippi town (9). Its nearest major network tower is 13 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
44% of Mississippi's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Biloxi, 9.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Latimer: 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 80° E, the direction of WALA-TV (Fox), 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 8 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 Latimer, MS?
ABC is on channel 13 from WLOX, broadcasting from 19 miles NW of Latimer. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Latimer, MS?
CBS is on channel 5 from WKRG-TV, broadcasting from 63 miles E of Latimer. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Latimer, MS?
Fox is on channel 10 from WALA-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles E of Latimer. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Latimer, MS?
CW is on channel 25.3 from WXXV-TV, broadcasting from 19 miles NW of Latimer. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Telemundo in Latimer, MS?
Telemundo is on channel 31 from WMBP-LD, broadcasting from 64 miles E of Latimer. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Latimer?
19 transmitters within 70 miles of Latimer; around 8 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 Latimer?
The main network towers around Latimer are in different directions: ABC 314° NW (19 mi), CBS 80° E (63 mi) and Fox 80° E (64 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Latimer?
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 126° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Latimer?
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 Latimer?
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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- Biloxi9.6 mi
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- Gulf Park Estates12 mi
- West Gulfport16 mi
- Saucier17 mi
- Gulfport18 mi
- Gautier18 mi
- Long Beach21 mi
- Moss Point22 mi
- Pascagoula22 mi
- Hurley24 mi
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- Wiggins27 mi
- Diamondhead31 mi
- Lucedale32 mi
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More: all TV stations in Mississippi · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Latimer; signal estimates ignore terrain.