TV channels & antenna towers in Huntington Bay, New York
Huntington Bay has 68 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 33 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W20CQ-D, 7.6 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Huntington Bay
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWPXU-LDION | 35 | 31 mi | 251° WSW | Weak | Amityville, NY |
| MeTVWJLPMeTV | 33.1 | 31 mi | 252° WSW | Fair | Middletown Township, NJ |
| ABCWABC-TVABC | 7 | 32 mi | 251° WSW | Fair | New York, NY |
| CWWPIXCW | 11 | 32 mi | 251° WSW | Fair | New York, NY |
| UNIWXTV-DTUnivision | 41 | 32 mi | 251° WSW | Good | Paterson, NJ |
| CBSWCBS-TVCBS | 2 | 34 mi | 248° WSW | Good | New York, NY |
| FOXWNYWFox | 5 | 34 mi | 248° WSW | Fair | New York, NY |
| NBCWNBCNBC | 4 | 34 mi | 248° WSW | Good | New York, NY |
| TLMWNJUTelemundo | 47 | 34 mi | 248° WSW | Good | Linden, NJ |
| IONWPXN-TVION | 31 | 34 mi | 248° WSW | Good | New York, NY |
| ABCWTNHABC | 8 | 43 mi | 34° NNE | Fair | New Haven, CT |
| TLMWRDM-CDTelemundo | 19 | 63 mi | 28° NNE | Fair | Hartford, CT |
| NBCWVITNBC | 30 | 63 mi | 28° NNE | Fair | New Britain, CT |
| FOXWTIC-TVFox | 61 | 63 mi | 28° NNE | Good | Hartford, CT |
| CWWCCT-TVCW | 20 | 63 mi | 28° NNE | Fair | Waterbury, CT |
| IONWHPX-TVION | 26 | 63 mi | 28° NNE | Good | New London, CT |
| MeTVWHCT-LDMeTV | 35.1 | 63 mi | 28° NNE | Poor | Hartford, New Haven, CT |
| CBSWFSBCBS | 3 | 68 mi | 27° NNE | Weak | Hartford, CT |
Over-the-air TV in Huntington Bay
Huntington Bay is a small community of about 1,430 people in New York. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 68 licensed TV transmitters: 30 full-power, 8 Class A, 27 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 33 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 14 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 45 between 25 and 45 miles, and 20 farther out. Six of the 18 network stations in range are licensed to New York, so most of the network channels you will find here come from New York's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 7 (WABC-TV), CBS on channel 2 (WCBS-TV), NBC on channel 4 (WNBC), Fox on channel 61 (WTIC-TV), CW on channel 20 (WCCT-TV), ION on channel 31 (WPXN-TV), Telemundo on channel 47 (WNJU), Univision on channel 41 (WXTV-DT) and MeTV on channel 33.1 (WJLP). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 15 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 Huntington Bay
Point your antenna WSW, at about 249°. The main network towers for Huntington Bay sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, WCBS-TV, WNYW, WNBC, WNJU and WPXN-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 34 miles west of Huntington Bay (248° WSW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 15 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Huntington Bay at fair strength or better, 60% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Huntington Bay, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Huntington Bay
The farthest main network tower for Huntington Bay is WNBC (NBC), 34 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WTIC-TV (Fox), 63 miles northeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
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 Huntington Bay
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 50; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W20CQ-DLow power | 7.6 mi | 199° SSW | Fair | Hempstead, NY |
| WLIG-LDLow power | 8.4 mi | 183° S | Fair | Plainview, Etc., NY |
| WFTY-DTFull power | 24 mi | 92° E | Good | Smithtown, NY |
| WLNY-TVFull power | 26 mi | 90° E | Strong | Riverhead, NY |
| WEPT-CDClass A | 27 mi | 279° W | Fair | Peekskill, NY |
| WNYZ-LDLow power | 30 mi | 249° WSW | Weak | New York, NY |
| W09CZ-DLow power | 30 mi | 252° WSW | Weak | Roslyn, NY |
| WNYK-LDLow power | 31 mi | 251° WSW | Weak | Teaneck, NJ |
| WNMF-LDLow power | 31 mi | 251° WSW | Weak | New York, NY |
| WHTV-LDLow power | 31 mi | 251° WSW | Fair | New York, NY |
| WNYD-LDLow power | 31 mi | 251° WSW | Weak | New York, NY |
| W02CY-DLow power | 31 mi | 251° WSW | Poor | New York, NY |
| WNYE-TVFull power | 31 mi | 252° WSW | Good | New York, NY |
| WXNY-LDLow power | 32 mi | 251° WSW | Weak | New York, NY |
| WDYJ-LDLow power | 32 mi | 251° WSW | Weak | New York, NY |
| WFUT-DTFull power | 32 mi | 251° WSW | Good | Newark, NJ |
| WTBY-TVFull power | 32 mi | 251° WSW | Fair | Jersey City, NJ |
| WDYA-LDLow power | 32 mi | 251° WSW | Weak | New York, NY |
| WDVB-CDClass A | 32 mi | 251° WSW | Fair | Edison, NJ |
| WMBQ-CDClass A | 34 mi | 248° WSW | Poor | New York, NY |
| WNETFull power | 34 mi | 248° WSW | Weak | Newark, NJ |
| WNWT-LDLow power | 34 mi | 248° WSW | Fair | New York, NY |
| WLIWFull power | 34 mi | 248° WSW | Fair | Garden City, NY |
| WMBC-TVFull power | 34 mi | 248° WSW | Good | Newton, NJ |
| WKOB-LDLow power | 34 mi | 248° WSW | Weak | New York, NY |
How Huntington Bay compares with the rest of New York
With 33 stations at fair strength or better, Huntington Bay ranks 305th of 1,012 places in New York: more than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 31 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
42% of New York's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Huntington Station, 3.2 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Huntington Bay: 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 248° WSW, the direction of WNBC (NBC), 34 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 33 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 Huntington Bay, NY?
ABC is on channel 7 from WABC-TV, broadcasting from 32 miles WSW of Huntington Bay. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Huntington Bay, NY?
CBS is on channel 2 from WCBS-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles WSW of Huntington Bay. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Huntington Bay, NY?
NBC is on channel 4 from WNBC, broadcasting from 34 miles WSW of Huntington Bay. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Huntington Bay, NY?
Fox is on channel 61 from WTIC-TV, broadcasting from 63 miles NNE of Huntington Bay. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Huntington Bay, NY?
CW is on channel 20 from WCCT-TV, broadcasting from 63 miles NNE of Huntington Bay. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Huntington Bay?
68 transmitters within 70 miles of Huntington Bay; around 33 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 Huntington Bay?
Point your antenna WSW, at about 249°. The main network towers for Huntington Bay sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Huntington Bay?
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. Picking up Fox from up to 63 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Huntington Bay?
WTIC-TV (Fox), 63 miles northeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Huntington Bay?
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 Huntington Bay; signal estimates ignore terrain.