TV channels & antenna towers in Lyme, New Hampshire
Lyme has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W36FE-D, 7.0 miles to the S.
Network channels in Lyme
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWPTZNBC | 5 | 59 mi | 327° NNW | Good | Plattsburgh, NY |
| CWWNNECW | 31 | 59 mi | 327° NNW | Good | Montpelier, VT |
| CBSWCAX-TVCBS | 3 | 59 mi | 327° NNW | Good | Burlington, VT |
| FOXWFFF-TVFox | 44 | 59 mi | 327° NNW | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| ABCWVNYABC | 22 | 59 mi | 327° NNW | Weak | Burlington, VT |
| IONWPXG-TVION | 21 | 60 mi | 136° SE | Weak | Concord, NH |
| ABCWMUR-TVABC | 9 | 64 mi | 153° SSE | Poor | Manchester, NH |
| IONWIPLION | 35 | 70 mi | 87° E | Weak | Lewiston, ME |
| CWWPXTCW | 51 | 70 mi | 87° E | Good | Portland, ME |
| ABCWMTWABC | 8 | 70 mi | 87° E | Fair | Poland Spring, ME |
Over-the-air TV in Lyme
Lyme, New Hampshire has a population of about 1,790. There are 22 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 16 full-power, 3 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 19 farther out. Three of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Burlington, VT, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Burlington's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 8 (WMTW), CBS on channel 3 (WCAX-TV), NBC on channel 5 (WPTZ), Fox on channel 44 (WFFF-TV), CW on channel 31 (WNNE) and ION on channel 21 (WPXG-TV). 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 Lyme
The main network towers around Lyme are in different directions: ABC 87° E (70 mi), CBS 327° NNW (59 mi), NBC 327° NNW (59 mi) and Fox 327° NNW (59 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Five network stations, WPTZ, WNNE, WCAX-TV, WFFF-TV and WVNY, transmit from the same tower site about 59 miles northwest of Lyme (327° NNW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Lyme at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Lyme, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Lyme
The farthest main network tower for Lyme is WMTW (ABC), 70 miles away with a fair 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 Lyme
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W36FE-DLow power | 7.0 mi | 179° S | Good | Hanover, NH |
| WYCU-LDLow power | 29 mi | 194° SSW | Fair | Charlestown, Etc., NH |
| WLED-TVFull power | 43 mi | 29° NNE | Fair | Littleton, NH |
| W23EU-DTranslator | 46 mi | 249° WSW | Poor | Rutland, VT |
| WVTBFull power | 54 mi | 14° NNE | Fair | St. Johnsbury, VT |
| WEKW-TVFull power | 55 mi | 191° SSW | Fair | Keene, NH |
| W25BT-DTranslator | 56 mi | 301° WNW | Poor | Monkton, VT |
| WETKFull power | 59 mi | 327° NNW | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| WYDNFull power | 60 mi | 136° SE | Weak | Lowell, MA |
| WENH-TVFull power | 65 mi | 132° SE | Poor | Durham, NH |
| W30DM-DTranslator | 66 mi | 228° SW | Poor | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| WJCB-LDLow power | 70 mi | 170° S | Poor | Windsor, VT |
How Lyme compares with the rest of New Hampshire
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Lyme ranks 111th of 178 places in New Hampshire: fewer than the typical New Hampshire town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 59 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.
Setting up an antenna in Lyme: 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 87° E, the direction of WMTW (ABC), 70 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 12 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 Lyme, NH?
ABC is on channel 8 from WMTW, broadcasting from 70 miles E of Lyme. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Lyme, NH?
CBS is on channel 3 from WCAX-TV, broadcasting from 59 miles NNW of Lyme. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Lyme, NH?
NBC is on channel 5 from WPTZ, broadcasting from 59 miles NNW of Lyme. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Lyme, NH?
Fox is on channel 44 from WFFF-TV, broadcasting from 59 miles NNW of Lyme. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Lyme, NH?
CW is on channel 31 from WNNE, broadcasting from 59 miles NNW of Lyme. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lyme?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of Lyme; around 12 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 Lyme?
The main network towers around Lyme are in different directions: ABC 87° E (70 mi), CBS 327° NNW (59 mi), NBC 327° NNW (59 mi) and Fox 327° NNW (59 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Lyme?
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 121° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Lyme?
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 Lyme?
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
- Hanover10.0 mi
- Lebanon13 mi
- Haverhill16 mi
- Plymouth24 mi
- Thornton25 mi
- Bristol26 mi
- Claremont31 mi
- Franklin36 mi
- Moultonborough38 mi
- Northfield38 mi
- Littleton39 mi
- Laconia39 mi
- Gilford42 mi
- Tamworth45 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Hartford, VT14 mi
- Chelsea, VT19 mi
- Woodstock, VT22 mi
- Randolph, VT27 mi
- Barre, VT32 mi
- Montpelier, VT37 mi
- Saint Johnsbury, VT43 mi
- Rutland, VT43 mi
- St Johnsbury, VT43 mi
- Rockingham, VT46 mi
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 Lyme; signal estimates ignore terrain.