TV channels & antenna towers in Latham, New York
Latham has 28 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 WYPX-TV (ION), 14 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in Latham
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWYPX-TVION | 55 | 14 mi | 238° WSW | Strong | Amsterdam, NY |
| FOXWXXA-TVFox | 23 | 15 mi | 237° WSW | Good | Albany, NY |
| CWWCWNCW | 45 | 15 mi | 237° WSW | Strong | Schenectady, NY |
| NBCWNYTNBC | 13 | 15 mi | 237° WSW | Strong | Albany, NY |
| CBSWRGBCBS | 6 | 15 mi | 237° WSW | Strong | Schenectady, NY |
| ABCWTENABC | 10 | 15 mi | 237° WSW | Strong | Albany, NY |
| NBCWKTVNBC | 2 | 65 mi | 293° WNW | Fair | Utica, NY |
| CWWFXQ-CDCW | 28.2 | 66 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Springfield, MA |
| ABCWGGB-TVABC | 40 | 66 mi | 121° ESE | Weak | Springfield, MA |
| CBSWSHM-LDCBS | 33 | 66 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Springfield, MA |
Over-the-air TV in Latham
Latham is a city of about 20,700 people in New York. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 28 licensed TV transmitters: 11 full-power, 3 Class A, 8 low-power and 6 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 14 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
13 of them are within 25 miles of Latham, 9 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 6 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Albany, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Albany's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 10 (WTEN), CBS on channel 6 (WRGB), NBC on channel 13 (WNYT), Fox on channel 23 (WXXA-TV), CW on channel 45 (WCWN) and ION on channel 55 (WYPX-TV). 3 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 Latham
Point your antenna WSW, at about 237°. The main network towers for Latham sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, WYPX-TV, WXXA-TV, WCWN, WNYT and WRGB and others, transmit from the same tower site about 14 miles southwest of Latham (238° WSW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Latham at fair strength or better, 86% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Latham, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Latham
The farthest main network tower for Latham is WXXA-TV (Fox), 15 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WYPX-TV is only 14 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 Latham
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WZPJ-LDLow power | 14 mi | 238° WSW | Fair | Albany, NY |
| WYBN-LDLow power | 15 mi | 237° WSW | Fair | Cobleskill, NY |
| WMHTFull power | 15 mi | 237° WSW | Strong | Schenectady, NY |
| WNYAFull power | 15 mi | 237° WSW | Good | Pittsfield, MA |
| WVBG-LDLow power | 18 mi | 217° SW | Fair | Greenwich, NY |
| WNGN-LDLow power | 22 mi | 32° NNE | Fair | Troy, NY |
| WNGX-LDLow power | 22 mi | 32° NNE | Fair | Schenectady, NY |
| W20EH-DTranslator | 28 mi | 73° ENE | Weak | Pownal, Etc., VT |
| W32FW-DTranslator | 31 mi | 104° ESE | Weak | Adams, MA |
| W28DA-DTranslator | 34 mi | 131° SE | Weak | Pittsfield, MA |
| W18FE-DTranslator | 37 mi | 304° WNW | Poor | Gloversville, NY |
| WNCE-CDClass A | 37 mi | 1° N | Weak | Glens Falls, NY |
| WUCB-LDLow power | 39 mi | 261° W | Poor | Cobleskill, NY |
| WFNY-CDClass A | 39 mi | 309° NW | Weak | Gloversville, NY |
| WYBM-LDLow power | 40 mi | 101° E | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| W30DM-DTranslator | 44 mi | 48° NE | Poor | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| WGBY-TVFull power | 66 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Springfield, MA |
| W23EU-DTranslator | 68 mi | 33° NNE | Poor | Rutland, VT |
How Latham compares with the rest of New York
With 14 stations at fair strength or better, Latham ranks 797th of 1,012 places in New York: fewer than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 14 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 Troy, 3.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Latham: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 237° WSW, the direction of WXXA-TV (Fox), 15 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 Latham, NY?
ABC is on channel 10 from WTEN, broadcasting from 15 miles WSW of Latham. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Latham, NY?
CBS is on channel 6 from WRGB, broadcasting from 15 miles WSW of Latham. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Latham, NY?
NBC is on channel 13 from WNYT, broadcasting from 15 miles WSW of Latham. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Latham, NY?
Fox is on channel 23 from WXXA-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles WSW of Latham. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Latham, NY?
CW is on channel 45 from WCWN, broadcasting from 15 miles WSW of Latham. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Latham?
28 transmitters within 70 miles of Latham; 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 Latham?
Point your antenna WSW, at about 237°. The main network towers for Latham sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Latham?
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 Latham?
WYPX-TV is only 14 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 Latham?
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 Latham; signal estimates ignore terrain.