TV channels & antenna towers in Hamburg, New York
Hamburg has 26 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 14 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WBUO-LD, 8.0 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Hamburg
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWIVB-TVCBS | 4 | 11 mi | 111° ESE | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| CWWNLOCW | 23 | 11 mi | 111° ESE | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| MeTVWBBZ-TVMeTV | 67.3 | 12 mi | 152° SSE | Good | Springville, NY |
| ABCWKBW-TVABC | 7 | 12 mi | 117° ESE | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| NBCWGRZNBC | 2 | 14 mi | 89° E | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| IONWPXJ-TVION | 51 | 19 mi | 76° ENE | Good | Batavia, NY |
| FOXWUTVFox | 29 | 22 mi | 347° NNW | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| FOXWUHFFox | 31 | 69 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| CWWHAM-TVCW | 13.2 | 69 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| NBCWHEC-TVNBC | 10 | 69 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| CBSWROC-TVCBS | 8 | 69 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Hamburg
Hamburg is a town of about 9,580 people in New York. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 26 licensed TV transmitters: 15 full-power, 4 Class A and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 14 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 11 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 14 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 11 farther out. Five of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Buffalo, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Buffalo's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7 (WKBW-TV), CBS on channel 4 (WIVB-TV), NBC on channel 2 (WGRZ), Fox on channel 29 (WUTV), CW on channel 23 (WNLO), ION on channel 51 (WPXJ-TV) and MeTV on channel 67.3 (WBBZ-TV). 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 Hamburg
The main network towers around Hamburg are in different directions: ABC 117° ESE (12 mi), CBS 111° ESE (11 mi), NBC 89° E (14 mi) and Fox 347° NNW (22 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, WIVB-TV, WNLO and WKBW-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 11 miles east of Hamburg (111° ESE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hamburg at fair strength or better, 57% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Hamburg, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hamburg
The farthest main network tower for Hamburg is WUTV (Fox), 22 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
WIVB-TV is only 11 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 Hamburg
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WBUO-LDLow power | 8.0 mi | 134° SE | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| WBXZ-LDLow power | 12 mi | 348° NNW | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| WWHC-LDLow power | 14 mi | 89° E | Fair | Olean, NY |
| WVTT-CDClass A | 14 mi | 89° E | Fair | Olean, NY |
| WBNF-CDClass A | 22 mi | 347° NNW | Fair | Buffalo, NY |
| WNYO-TVFull power | 22 mi | 347° NNW | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| WNED-TVFull power | 22 mi | 348° NNW | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| WNYBFull power | 30 mi | 222° SW | Weak | Jamestown, NY |
| W17ED-DLow power | 59 mi | 89° E | Poor | Hornell, Alfred, NY |
| W19ET-DLow power | 66 mi | 116° ESE | Poor | Bath, NY |
| W24EU-DLow power | 66 mi | 226° SW | Poor | Erie, PA |
| WGCE-CDClass A | 69 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WBGT-CDClass A | 69 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WAWW-LDLow power | 69 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WXXI-TVFull power | 69 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
How Hamburg compares with the rest of New York
With 14 stations at fair strength or better, Hamburg ranks 797th of 1,012 places in New York: fewer than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 11 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
34% of New York's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is West Seneca, 9.4 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Hamburg: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 347° NNW, the direction of WUTV (Fox), 22 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 14 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 Hamburg, NY?
ABC is on channel 7 from WKBW-TV, broadcasting from 12 miles ESE of Hamburg. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Hamburg, NY?
CBS is on channel 4 from WIVB-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles ESE of Hamburg. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Hamburg, NY?
NBC is on channel 2 from WGRZ, broadcasting from 14 miles E of Hamburg. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Hamburg, NY?
Fox is on channel 29 from WUTV, broadcasting from 22 miles NNW of Hamburg. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Hamburg, NY?
CW is on channel 23 from WNLO, broadcasting from 11 miles ESE of Hamburg. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hamburg?
26 transmitters within 70 miles of Hamburg; around 14 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Hamburg?
The main network towers around Hamburg are in different directions: ABC 117° ESE (12 mi), CBS 111° ESE (11 mi), NBC 89° E (14 mi) and Fox 347° NNW (22 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hamburg?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Hamburg?
WIVB-TV is only 11 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 Hamburg?
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 York · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Hamburg; signal estimates ignore terrain.