TV channels & antenna towers in Westons Mills, New York
Westons Mills has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WBBZ-TV (MeTV), 39 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Westons Mills
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVWBBZ-TVMeTV | 67.3 | 39 mi | 333° NNW | Fair | Springville, NY |
| ABCWKBW-TVABC | 7 | 42 mi | 343° NNW | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| CBSWIVB-TVCBS | 4 | 43 mi | 343° NNW | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| CWWNLOCW | 23 | 43 mi | 343° NNW | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| NBCWGRZNBC | 2 | 46 mi | 348° NNW | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| IONWPXJ-TVION | 51 | 50 mi | 355° N | Good | Batavia, NY |
| FOXWYDCFox | 48 | 67 mi | 85° E | Poor | Corning, NY |
| ABCWENY-TVABC | 36 | 67 mi | 85° E | Weak | Elmira, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Westons Mills
With roughly 1,750 residents, Westons Mills is a small community in New York. Our map shows 21 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 11 full-power, 1 Class A and 9 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 15 farther out. Four of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Buffalo, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Buffalo's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 7 (WKBW-TV), CBS on channel 4 (WIVB-TV), NBC on channel 2 (WGRZ), Fox on channel 48 (WYDC), CW on channel 23 (WNLO), ION on channel 51 (WPXJ-TV) and MeTV on channel 67.3 (WBBZ-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 Westons Mills
Point your antenna NNW, at about 343°. The main network towers for Westons Mills sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WKBW-TV, WIVB-TV and WNLO, transmit from the same tower site about 42 miles north of Westons Mills (343° NNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Westons Mills at fair strength or better, 83% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Westons Mills, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Westons Mills
The farthest main network tower for Westons Mills is WIVB-TV (CBS), 43 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WGRZ (NBC), 46 miles north and WYDC (Fox), 67 miles east, are the exception: the nearest listed affiliates of those networks are 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 those.
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 Westons Mills
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W19ET-DLow power | 39 mi | 66° ENE | Poor | Bath, NY |
| WBUO-LDLow power | 43 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Buffalo, NY |
| WWHC-LDLow power | 46 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Olean, NY |
| WVTT-CDClass A | 46 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Olean, NY |
| WNYBFull power | 49 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Jamestown, NY |
| W17ED-DLow power | 58 mi | 38° NE | Poor | Hornell, Alfred, NY |
| WBXZ-LDLow power | 62 mi | 336° NNW | Poor | Buffalo, NY |
| WPSU-TVFull power | 65 mi | 183° S | Fair | Clearfield, PA |
| WECY-LDLow power | 67 mi | 85° E | Poor | Elmira, NY |
| WJKP-LDLow power | 67 mi | 85° E | Poor | Corning, NY |
| W15EG-DLow power | 67 mi | 85° E | Poor | Corning, NY |
| WSKAFull power | 67 mi | 85° E | Poor | Corning, NY |
| WTOO-LDLow power | 70 mi | 188° S | Poor | Clearfield, PA |
How Westons Mills compares with the rest of New York
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Westons Mills ranks 971st of 1,012 places in New York: fewer than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 39 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 Jamestown, 44 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Westons Mills: 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 343° NNW, the direction of WIVB-TV (CBS), 43 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 ABC in Westons Mills, NY?
ABC is on channel 7 from WKBW-TV, broadcasting from 42 miles NNW of Westons Mills. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Westons Mills, NY?
CBS is on channel 4 from WIVB-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles NNW of Westons Mills. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Westons Mills, NY?
NBC is on channel 2 from WGRZ, broadcasting from 46 miles NNW of Westons Mills. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Westons Mills, NY?
Fox is on channel 48 from WYDC, broadcasting from 67 miles E of Westons Mills. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Westons Mills, NY?
CW is on channel 23 from WNLO, broadcasting from 43 miles NNW of Westons Mills. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Westons Mills?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Westons Mills; 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 Westons Mills?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 343°. The main network towers for Westons Mills sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Westons Mills?
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 NBC and Fox from up to 67 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Westons Mills?
WGRZ (NBC), 46 miles north and WYDC (Fox), 67 miles east, are the exception: the nearest listed affiliates of those networks are 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 those.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Westons Mills?
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 Westons Mills; signal estimates ignore terrain.