TV channels & antenna towers in Sunflower, Mississippi
Sunflower has 11 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC and ION. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WMAO-TV, 12 miles to the S.
Network channels in Sunflower
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWABG-TVABC | 6 | 12 mi | 181° S | Strong | Greenwood, MS |
| NBCWNBD-LDNBC | 33 | 12 mi | 181° S | Good | Greenwood, MS |
| CBSWXVT-LDCBS | 17 | 12 mi | 309° NW | Good | Cleveland, MS |
| IONWFXWION | 15.2 | 12 mi | 309° NW | Good | Greenville, MS |
Over-the-air TV in Sunflower
Sunflower is a small community of about 1,080 people in Mississippi. There are 11 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 3 full-power, 1 Class A and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
6 of them are within 25 miles of Sunflower, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 1 is more than 45 miles out. Two of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Greenwood, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Greenwood's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 6 (WABG-TV), CBS on channel 17 (WXVT-LD), NBC on channel 33 (WNBD-LD) and ION on channel 15.2 (WFXW). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WDBD in Jackson, MS, 92 miles to the south. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Sunflower
Point your antenna S, at about 181°. The main network towers for Sunflower sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Sunflower, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Sunflower
The farthest main network tower for Sunflower is WABG-TV (ABC), 12 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WMAO-TV is only 12 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Sunflower
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WMAO-TVFull power | 12 mi | 181° S | Strong | Greenwood, MS |
| WHCQ-LDLow power | 17 mi | 319° NW | Fair | Cleveland, MS |
| WMEL-CDClass A | 29 mi | 90° E | Weak | Grenada-Greenwood, MS |
| W19EF-DLow power | 29 mi | 252° WSW | Poor | Greenville, MS |
| W34ER-DLow power | 44 mi | 342° NNW | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| WPRQ-LDLow power | 44 mi | 359° N | Poor | Clarksdale, MS |
| W20DW-DLow power | 69 mi | 356° N | Poor | Clarksdale, MS |
How Sunflower compares with the rest of Mississippi
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Sunflower ranks 176th of 217 places in Mississippi: fewer than the typical Mississippi town (9). Its nearest major network tower is 12 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
21% of Mississippi's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Greenville, 32 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Sunflower: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 181° S, the direction of WABG-TV (ABC), 12 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 Sunflower, MS?
ABC is on channel 6 from WABG-TV, broadcasting from 12 miles S of Sunflower. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Sunflower, MS?
CBS is on channel 17 from WXVT-LD, broadcasting from 12 miles NW of Sunflower. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Sunflower, MS?
NBC is on channel 33 from WNBD-LD, broadcasting from 12 miles S of Sunflower. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Sunflower?
11 transmitters within 70 miles of Sunflower; around 6 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Sunflower?
Point your antenna S, at about 181°. The main network towers for Sunflower sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Sunflower?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Sunflower?
WMAO-TV is only 12 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Sunflower?
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 Mississippi cities
- Indianola9.3 mi
- Ruleville13 mi
- Shaw14 mi
- Cleveland18 mi
- Greenwood21 mi
- Leland23 mi
- Belzoni25 mi
- Tchula31 mi
- Shelby31 mi
- Greenville32 mi
- Hollandale32 mi
- Mikoma32 mi
- Tutwiler33 mi
- Rosedale35 mi
- Carrollton36 mi
- Lexington41 mi
- Charleston42 mi
- Grenada45 mi
- Clarksdale45 mi
- Winona47 mi
- Duck Hill48 mi
- Yazoo City48 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 Sunflower; signal estimates ignore terrain.