TV channels & antenna towers in Glasgow, Montana
Glasgow has 49 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K07JG-D, 0.6 miles to the NNE.
Over-the-air TV in Glasgow
Glasgow, Montana has a population of about 3,410. Our map shows 49 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
19 of them are within 25 miles of Glasgow, 10 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 20 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KFBB-TV in Great Falls, MT, 220 miles to the west. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTVQ in Billings, MT, 189 miles to the southwest.
Which way to point your antenna in Glasgow
Point your antenna NNE, at about 22°. The nearest towers for Glasgow sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Glasgow, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Glasgow
The farthest of the closest towers for Glasgow is K14AR-D, 0.6 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other TV stations near Glasgow
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 49; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K07JG-DTranslator | 0.6 mi | 22° NNE | Fair | Glasgow, MT |
| K18BN-DTranslator | 0.6 mi | 22° NNE | Good | Glasgow, MT |
| K14AR-DTranslator | 0.6 mi | 22° NNE | Good | Glasgow, MT |
| K16AZ-DTranslator | 0.6 mi | 22° NNE | Good | Glasgow, MT |
| K09HY-DTranslator | 0.6 mi | 22° NNE | Fair | Glasgow, MT |
| K11IA-DTranslator | 0.6 mi | 22° NNE | Fair | Glasgow, MT |
| K20JS-DTranslator | 0.6 mi | 22° NNE | Good | Glasgow, MT |
| K31NS-DTranslator | 19 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Fort Peck, MT |
| K22MN-DTranslator | 19 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Fort Peck, MT |
| K35NF-DTranslator | 19 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Fort Peck, MT |
| K26NS-DTranslator | 19 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Fort Peck, MT |
| K36OC-DTranslator | 19 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Fort Peck, MT |
| K33ON-DTranslator | 19 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Fort Peck, MT |
| K24MV-DTranslator | 19 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Fort Peck, MT |
| K05IZ-DTranslator | 20 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Hinsdale, MT |
| K07DI-DTranslator | 20 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Hinsdale, MT |
| K10JK-DTranslator | 20 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Hinsdale, MT |
| K13JO-DTranslator | 20 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Hinsdale, MT |
| K22MJ-DTranslator | 20 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Hinsdale, MT |
| K30LC-DTranslator | 26 mi | 293° WNW | Weak | Tampico, Etc, MT |
| K32JU-DTranslator | 26 mi | 293° WNW | Weak | Tampico, Etc, MT |
| K34NA-DTranslator | 26 mi | 293° WNW | Weak | Tampico, MT |
| K15AS-DTranslator | 41 mi | 297° WNW | Poor | Saco, MT |
| K09BX-DTranslator | 41 mi | 297° WNW | Poor | Saco, MT |
| K12FB-DTranslator | 41 mi | 297° WNW | Poor | Saco, MT |
How Glasgow compares with the rest of Montana
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Glasgow ranks 29th of 104 places in Montana: more than the typical Montana town (5).
32% of Montana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Glasgow: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 22° NNE, the direction of K14AR-D, 0.6 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 7 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Glasgow?
49 transmitters within 70 miles of Glasgow; around 7 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Glasgow?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 22°. The nearest towers for Glasgow sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Glasgow?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Glasgow?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Glasgow?
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 Montana · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Glasgow; signal estimates ignore terrain.