TV channels & antenna towers in Winnett, Montana
Winnett has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K34QX-D, 38 miles to the SSW.
Over-the-air TV in Winnett
With roughly 179 residents, Winnett is a small community in Montana. Our map shows 16 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 1 low-power and 15 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 11 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KFBB-TV in Great Falls, MT, 142 miles to the west. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTVQ in Billings, MT, 86 miles to the south.
Which way to point your antenna in Winnett
Point your antenna SSW, at about 195°. The nearest towers for Winnett 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 Winnett, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Winnett
The farthest of the closest towers for Winnett is K35PL-D, 38 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 TV stations near Winnett
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K34QX-DTranslator | 38 mi | 195° SSW | Poor | Roundup, MT |
| K31PY-DTranslator | 38 mi | 195° SSW | Poor | Roundup, MT |
| K35PL-DTranslator | 38 mi | 195° SSW | Poor | Roundup, MT |
| K07WP-DTranslator | 38 mi | 195° SSW | Poor | Roundup, MT |
| K13HK-DTranslator | 43 mi | 88° E | Poor | Sand Springs, MT |
| K15LD-DLow power | 57 mi | 283° WNW | Poor | Lewistown, MT |
| K36PB-DTranslator | 57 mi | 283° WNW | Poor | Lewistown, MT |
| K11HE-DTranslator | 64 mi | 69° ENE | Poor | Jordan, Etc., MT |
| K07VA-DTranslator | 64 mi | 69° ENE | Poor | Jordan, MT |
| K09HI-DTranslator | 64 mi | 69° ENE | Poor | Jordan, Etc., MT |
| K28MK-DTranslator | 65 mi | 351° N | Poor | Phillips County, MT |
| K20BP-DTranslator | 65 mi | 351° N | Poor | Phillips County, MT |
| K26LG-DTranslator | 65 mi | 351° N | Poor | Phillips County, MT |
| K24MN-DTranslator | 65 mi | 351° N | Poor | Phillips County, MT |
| K06QN-DTranslator | 69 mi | 252° WSW | Poor | Judith Gap, MT |
| K04RT-DTranslator | 69 mi | 252° WSW | Poor | Judith Gap, MT |
How Winnett compares with the rest of Montana
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Winnett ranks 92nd of 104 places in Montana: fewer than the typical Montana town (5).
49% of Montana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Winnett: 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 195° SSW, the direction of K35PL-D, 38 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 0 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 Winnett?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Winnett; around 0 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 Winnett?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 195°. The nearest towers for Winnett sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Winnett?
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 Winnett?
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 Winnett?
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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