TV channels & antenna towers in South Hooksett, New Hampshire
South Hooksett has 36 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 25 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WMUR-TV (ABC), 8.3 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in South Hooksett
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWMUR-TVABC | 9 | 8.3 mi | 249° WSW | Good | Manchester, NH |
| IONWPXG-TVION | 21 | 12 mi | 28° NNE | Good | Concord, NH |
| IONWBPX-TVION | 68 | 44 mi | 184° S | Fair | Boston, MA |
| UNIWUNIUnivision | 66 | 44 mi | 184° S | Good | Marlborough, MA |
| NBCWBTS-CDNBC | 15 | 51 mi | 168° SSE | Fair | Nashua, NH |
| CBSWBZ-TVCBS | 4 | 51 mi | 168° SSE | Good | Boston, MA |
| TLMWNEUTelemundo | 60 | 51 mi | 168° SSE | Good | Merrimack, NH |
| ABCWCVB-TVABC | 5 | 51 mi | 168° SSE | Good | Boston, MA |
| CWWLVICW | 56 | 51 mi | 167° SSE | Good | Cambridge, MA |
| FOXWFXTFox | 25 | 51 mi | 167° SSE | Good | Boston, MA |
| IONWIPLION | 35 | 66 mi | 31° NNE | Weak | Lewiston, ME |
| CWWPXTCW | 51 | 66 mi | 31° NNE | Good | Portland, ME |
| ABCWMTWABC | 8 | 66 mi | 31° NNE | Fair | Poland Spring, ME |
| NBCWCSHNBC | 6 | 68 mi | 32° NNE | Good | Portland, ME |
Over-the-air TV in South Hooksett
South Hooksett, New Hampshire has a population of about 5,420. There are 36 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 24 full-power, 2 Class A, 9 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 25 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 16 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of South Hooksett, 7 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 25 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 14 network stations in range are licensed to Boston, MA, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Boston's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 5 (WCVB-TV), CBS on channel 4 (WBZ-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WCSH), Fox on channel 25 (WFXT), CW on channel 56 (WLVI), ION on channel 21 (WPXG-TV), Telemundo on channel 60 (WNEU) and Univision on channel 66 (WUNI). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 11 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 South Hooksett
The main network towers around South Hooksett are in different directions: ABC 168° SSE (51 mi), CBS 168° SSE (51 mi), NBC 32° NNE (68 mi) and Fox 167° SSE (51 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WBPX-TV and WUNI, transmit from the same tower site about 44 miles south of South Hooksett (184° S). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 13 full-power and Class A network signals that reach South Hooksett at fair strength or better, 62% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from South Hooksett, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for South Hooksett
The farthest main network tower for South Hooksett is WCSH (NBC), 68 miles away with a good 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 stations near South Hooksett
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WYDNFull power | 12 mi | 28° NNE | Good | Lowell, MA |
| WENH-TVFull power | 15 mi | 48° NE | Good | Durham, NH |
| WJCB-LDLow power | 28 mi | 239° WSW | Weak | Windsor, VT |
| WLEK-LDLow power | 41 mi | 146° SE | Poor | Concord, NH |
| WMEA-TVFull power | 42 mi | 49° NE | Fair | Biddeford, ME |
| WDPX-TVFull power | 44 mi | 184° S | Fair | Woburn, MA |
| WWJE-DTFull power | 44 mi | 184° S | Good | Derry, NH |
| WEKW-TVFull power | 47 mi | 271° W | Fair | Keene, NH |
| WWOO-LDLow power | 50 mi | 157° SSE | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| WHDT-LDLow power | 50 mi | 159° SSE | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WCEA-LDLow power | 50 mi | 159° SSE | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WYCU-LDLow power | 50 mi | 301° WNW | Poor | Charlestown, Etc., NH |
| WUTF-TVFull power | 51 mi | 168° SSE | Good | Worcester, MA |
| WGBX-TVFull power | 51 mi | 168° SSE | Good | Boston, MA |
| WSBK-TVFull power | 51 mi | 168° SSE | Fair | Boston, MA |
| WHDHFull power | 51 mi | 167° SSE | Good | Boston, MA |
| W26EU-DTranslator | 51 mi | 168° SSE | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WFXZ-CDClass A | 51 mi | 167° SSE | Fair | Boston, MA |
| WGBH-TVFull power | 51 mi | 167° SSE | Fair | Boston, MA |
| WVCC-LDLow power | 51 mi | 167° SSE | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| WCRN-LDLow power | 57 mi | 160° SSE | Poor | Boston, MA |
| W36FE-DLow power | 59 mi | 323° NW | Poor | Hanover, NH |
How South Hooksett compares with the rest of New Hampshire
With 25 stations at fair strength or better, South Hooksett ranks 5th of 178 places in New Hampshire: more than the typical New Hampshire town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 8.3 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 Manchester, 2.3 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in South Hooksett: 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 32° NNE, the direction of WCSH (NBC), 68 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 25 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 South Hooksett, NH?
ABC is on channel 5 from WCVB-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles SSE of South Hooksett. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in South Hooksett, NH?
CBS is on channel 4 from WBZ-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles SSE of South Hooksett. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in South Hooksett, NH?
NBC is on channel 6 from WCSH, broadcasting from 68 miles NNE of South Hooksett. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in South Hooksett, NH?
Fox is on channel 25 from WFXT, broadcasting from 51 miles SSE of South Hooksett. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in South Hooksett, NH?
CW is on channel 56 from WLVI, broadcasting from 51 miles SSE of South Hooksett. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in South Hooksett?
36 transmitters within 70 miles of South Hooksett; around 25 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 South Hooksett?
The main network towers around South Hooksett are in different directions: ABC 168° SSE (51 mi), CBS 168° SSE (51 mi), NBC 32° NNE (68 mi) and Fox 167° SSE (51 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in South Hooksett?
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 136° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in South Hooksett?
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 South Hooksett?
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 New Hampshire · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of South Hooksett; signal estimates ignore terrain.