TV channels & antenna towers in Alstead, New Hampshire
Alstead has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, CW, ION and Univision. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WEKW-TV, 8.0 miles to the S.
Network channels in Alstead
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWMUR-TVABC | 9 | 41 mi | 106° ESE | Weak | Manchester, NH |
| IONWPXG-TVION | 21 | 53 mi | 87° E | Fair | Concord, NH |
| CWWFXQ-CDCW | 28.2 | 64 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Springfield, MA |
| ABCWGGB-TVABC | 40 | 64 mi | 193° SSW | Weak | Springfield, MA |
| CBSWSHM-LDCBS | 33 | 64 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Springfield, MA |
| IONWBPX-TVION | 68 | 69 mi | 140° SE | Weak | Boston, MA |
| UNIWUNIUnivision | 66 | 69 mi | 140° SE | Weak | Marlborough, MA |
Over-the-air TV in Alstead
Alstead is a small community of about 2,070 people in New Hampshire. There are 24 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 11 full-power, 1 Class A, 7 low-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 17 farther out. Three of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Springfield, MA, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Springfield's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 9 (WMUR-TV), CBS on channel 33 (WSHM-LD), CW on channel 28.2 (WFXQ-CD), ION on channel 21 (WPXG-TV) and Univision on channel 66 (WUNI). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBTS-CD in Nashua, NH, 81 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WFXT in Boston, MA, 82 miles to the southeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (weak signal). 6 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 Alstead
Point your antenna ESE, at about 106°. The main network towers for Alstead sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WFXQ-CD and WGGB-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 64 miles south of Alstead (193° SSW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Alstead, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Alstead
The farthest main network tower for Alstead is WMUR-TV (ABC), 41 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.
WEKW-TV is only 8.0 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 Alstead
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEKW-TVFull power | 8.0 mi | 182° S | Strong | Keene, NH |
| WYCU-LDLow power | 17 mi | 11° N | Fair | Charlestown, Etc., NH |
| WJCB-LDLow power | 32 mi | 136° SE | Weak | Windsor, VT |
| W30DM-DTranslator | 38 mi | 272° W | Poor | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| W36FE-DLow power | 40 mi | 15° NNE | Poor | Hanover, NH |
| W23EU-DTranslator | 44 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Rutland, VT |
| WYBM-LDLow power | 48 mi | 222° SW | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| W20EH-DTranslator | 48 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Pownal, Etc., VT |
| WYDNFull power | 53 mi | 87° E | Fair | Lowell, MA |
| W32FW-DTranslator | 54 mi | 229° SW | Poor | Adams, MA |
| WENH-TVFull power | 58 mi | 88° E | Weak | Durham, NH |
| WNGN-LDLow power | 59 mi | 262° W | Poor | Troy, NY |
| WNGX-LDLow power | 59 mi | 262° W | Poor | Schenectady, NY |
| WGBY-TVFull power | 64 mi | 193° SSW | Weak | Springfield, MA |
| W28DA-DTranslator | 68 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Pittsfield, MA |
| WDPX-TVFull power | 69 mi | 140° SE | Weak | Woburn, MA |
| WWJE-DTFull power | 69 mi | 140° SE | Weak | Derry, NH |
How Alstead compares with the rest of New Hampshire
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Alstead ranks 177th of 178 places in New Hampshire: fewer than the typical New Hampshire town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 41 miles away, against a state median of 24 miles.
69% of New Hampshire's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Keene, 15 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Alstead: 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 106° ESE, the direction of WMUR-TV (ABC), 41 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 4 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 Alstead, NH?
ABC is on channel 9 from WMUR-TV, broadcasting from 41 miles ESE of Alstead. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Alstead, NH?
CBS is on channel 33 from WSHM-LD, broadcasting from 64 miles SSW of Alstead. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Alstead, NH?
CW is on channel 28.2 from WFXQ-CD, broadcasting from 64 miles SSW of Alstead. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Univision in Alstead, NH?
Univision is on channel 66 from WUNI, broadcasting from 69 miles SE of Alstead. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Alstead?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Alstead; around 4 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 Alstead?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 106°. The main network towers for Alstead sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Alstead?
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 Alstead?
WEKW-TV is only 8.0 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 Alstead?
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 New Hampshire cities
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- Swanzey20 mi
- Weare32 mi
- Rindge33 mi
- Lebanon35 mi
- Hopkinton35 mi
- New Ipswich38 mi
- Hanover38 mi
- Franklin41 mi
- Concord42 mi
- East Concord42 mi
- Milford42 mi
Nearby cities in other states
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More: all TV stations in New Hampshire · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Alstead; signal estimates ignore terrain.