TV channels & antenna towers in Lovington, New Mexico
Lovington has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox and CW. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K24MB-D, 16 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Lovington
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKBIM-TVFox | 10.2 | 29 mi | 286° WNW | Fair | Roswell, NM |
| NBCKOBRNBC | 8 | 39 mi | 321° NW | Fair | Roswell, NM |
| CWKRWB-TVCW | 21 | 54 mi | 282° WNW | Weak | Roswell, NM |
Over-the-air TV in Lovington
With roughly 11,800 residents, Lovington is a town in New Mexico. Our map shows 25 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 4 low-power and 14 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
6 of them are within 25 miles of Lovington, 3 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 16 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 3 network stations in range are licensed to Roswell, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Roswell's stations.
The strongest network signals here are NBC on channel 8 (KOBR), Fox on channel 10.2 (KBIM-TV) and CW on channel 21 (KRWB-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KMID in Midland, TX, 85 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KLBK-TV in Lubbock, TX, 94 miles to the northeast. 4 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 Lovington
Point your antenna WNW, at about 303°. The main network towers for Lovington sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Lovington, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Lovington
The farthest main network tower for Lovington is KOBR (NBC), 39 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 stations near Lovington
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K24MB-DTranslator | 16 mi | 144° SE | Fair | Hobbs, NM |
| K34KZ-DLow power | 17 mi | 134° SE | Fair | Hobbs, NM |
| K27GL-DTranslator | 17 mi | 129° SE | Weak | Hobbs, NM |
| K12NH-DTranslator | 17 mi | 129° SE | Weak | Hobbs, NM |
| KUPTFull power | 21 mi | 136° SE | Good | Hobbs, NM |
| K19KT-DTranslator | 21 mi | 136° SE | Fair | Hobbs, NM |
| K17OW-DLow power | 37 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Hobbs, NM |
| K16LR-DTranslator | 51 mi | 258° WSW | Poor | Artesia, NM |
| K18NX-DTranslator | 51 mi | 258° WSW | Poor | Carlsbad, NM |
| KKACFull power | 51 mi | 258° WSW | Fair | Carlsbad, NM |
| K26PL-DLow power | 51 mi | 258° WSW | Poor | Roswell, NM |
| K17MN-DTranslator | 60 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Carlsbad, NM |
| KTEL-TVFull power | 60 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Carlsbad, NM |
| K29FM-DTranslator | 63 mi | 264° W | Poor | Artesia, NM |
| K28NM-DLow power | 63 mi | 236° SW | Poor | Carlsbad, NM |
| K33NX-DTranslator | 64 mi | 237° WSW | Poor | Carlsbad, NM |
| K23MV-DTranslator | 64 mi | 237° WSW | Poor | Carlsbad, NM |
| K20KT-DTranslator | 67 mi | 352° N | Poor | Dora, NM |
| KRPV-DTFull power | 67 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Roswell, NM |
| K15FT-DTranslator | 67 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Roswell, NM |
| K13RK-DTranslator | 67 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Roswell, NM |
| K31GS-DTranslator | 68 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Roswell, NM |
How Lovington compares with the rest of New Mexico
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Lovington ranks 96th of 152 places in New Mexico: fewer than the typical New Mexico town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 29 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.
49% of New Mexico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Hobbs, 21 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Lovington: 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 321° NW, the direction of KOBR (NBC), 39 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
What channel is NBC in Lovington, NM?
NBC is on channel 8 from KOBR, broadcasting from 39 miles NW of Lovington. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Lovington, NM?
Fox is on channel 10.2 from KBIM-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles WNW of Lovington. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Lovington, NM?
CW is on channel 21 from KRWB-TV, broadcasting from 54 miles WNW of Lovington. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lovington?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of Lovington; 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 Lovington?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 303°. The main network towers for Lovington sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Lovington?
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 Lovington?
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 Lovington?
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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