TV channels & antenna towers in Westvale, New York
Westvale has 47 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 21 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WTVU-CD, 2.8 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Westvale
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWSTM-TVCW | 3.2 | 8.8 mi | 144° SE | Strong | Syracuse, NY |
| CBSWKOFCBS | 15 | 8.8 mi | 144° SE | Strong | Syracuse, NY |
| FOXWSYTFox | 68 | 12 mi | 175° S | Strong | Syracuse, NY |
| IONWSPX-TVION | 56 | 12 mi | 125° SE | Good | Syracuse, NY |
| ABCWSYR-TVABC | 9 | 12 mi | 125° SE | Good | Syracuse, NY |
| ABCWUTRABC | 20 | 53 mi | 82° E | Weak | Utica, NY |
| CWWFXVCW | 33.2 | 53 mi | 82° E | Fair | Utica, NY |
| CWWWTICW | 50.2 | 63 mi | 23° NNE | Weak | Watertown, NY |
| NBCWKTVNBC | 2 | 65 mi | 86° E | Fair | Utica, NY |
| NBCWVNC-LDNBC | 45 | 67 mi | 18° NNE | Poor | Watertown, NY |
| FOXWWNY-TVFox | 7.2 | 67 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Carthage, NY |
| FOXWNYF-CDFox | 28 | 67 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Watertown, NY |
| NBCWHEC-TVNBC | 10 | 69 mi | 276° W | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| CBSWROC-TVCBS | 8 | 69 mi | 276° W | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| CWWHAM-TVCW | 13.2 | 69 mi | 275° W | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| FOXWUHFFox | 31 | 69 mi | 275° W | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| ABCWIVTABC | 34 | 70 mi | 168° SSE | Poor | Binghamton, NY |
| NBCWBGH-CDNBC | 20 | 70 mi | 168° SSE | Poor | Binghamton, NY |
| CWWBNG-TVCW | 12.2 | 70 mi | 169° SSE | Poor | Binghamton, NY |
| FOXWICZ-TVFox | 40 | 70 mi | 168° SSE | Poor | Binghamton, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Westvale
Westvale, New York has a population of about 4,960. Our map shows 47 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 23 full-power, 11 Class A, 11 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 15 at good or strong strength.
18 of them are within 25 miles of Westvale, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 27 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 20 network stations in range are licensed to Syracuse, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Syracuse's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 9 (WSYR-TV), CBS on channel 15 (WKOF), NBC on channel 2 (WKTV), Fox on channel 68 (WSYT), CW on channel 3.2 (WSTM-TV) and ION on channel 56 (WSPX-TV). 6 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 Westvale
The main network towers around Westvale are in different directions: ABC 125° SE (12 mi), CBS 144° SE (8.8 mi) and Fox 175° S (12 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WSTM-TV and WKOF, transmit from the same tower site about 8.8 miles southeast of Westvale (144° SE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Westvale at fair strength or better, 57% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Westvale, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Westvale
The farthest main network tower for Westvale is WSYR-TV (ABC), 12 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here.
WKTV (NBC), 65 miles east, 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.
WTVU-CD is only 2.8 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 Westvale
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 27; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WTVU-CDClass A | 2.8 mi | 75° ENE | Strong | Syracuse, NY |
| WHSU-CDClass A | 2.8 mi | 75° ENE | Good | Syracuse, NY |
| WMJQ-CDClass A | 2.8 mi | 75° ENE | Strong | Syracuse, NY |
| WONO-CDClass A | 2.8 mi | 75° ENE | Strong | Syracuse, Etc., NY |
| WVOA-LDLow power | 2.8 mi | 75° ENE | Good | Syracuse, NY |
| WWLF-LDLow power | 2.8 mi | 75° ENE | Good | Syracuse, NY |
| WBLZ-LDLow power | 2.8 mi | 75° ENE | Strong | Syracuse, NY |
| W16EA-DLow power | 3.5 mi | 87° E | Good | Syracuse, NY |
| WCNY-TVFull power | 8.8 mi | 144° SE | Good | Syracuse, NY |
| WTVHFull power | 8.8 mi | 144° SE | Good | Syracuse, NY |
| WNDR-LDLow power | 20 mi | 250° WSW | Weak | Auburn, NY |
| WNYIFull power | 20 mi | 213° SSW | Fair | Ithaca, NY |
| WDSS-LDLow power | 20 mi | 213° SSW | Fair | Syracuse, NY |
| WTKO-CDClass A | 28 mi | 87° E | Fair | Oneida, NY |
| WNYS-CDClass A | 45 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Ithaca, NY |
| W34FR-DTranslator | 46 mi | 204° SSW | Poor | Ithaca, NY |
| WVVC-LDLow power | 52 mi | 90° E | Poor | Utica, NY |
| WWDG-CDClass A | 53 mi | 82° E | Poor | Utica, NY |
| W22DO-DTranslator | 53 mi | 82° E | Poor | Utica, NY |
| WPNY-LDLow power | 53 mi | 82° E | Poor | Utica, Etc., NY |
| WPBS-DTFull power | 62 mi | 24° NNE | Fair | Watertown, NY |
| WXXI-TVFull power | 69 mi | 275° W | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WGCE-CDClass A | 69 mi | 275° W | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WBGT-CDClass A | 69 mi | 275° W | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WAWW-LDLow power | 69 mi | 275° W | Poor | Rochester, NY |
How Westvale compares with the rest of New York
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, Westvale ranks 556th of 1,012 places in New York: fewer than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 8.8 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 Syracuse, 3.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Westvale: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 125° SE, the direction of WSYR-TV (ABC), 12 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 21 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 Westvale, NY?
ABC is on channel 9 from WSYR-TV, broadcasting from 12 miles SE of Westvale. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Westvale, NY?
CBS is on channel 15 from WKOF, broadcasting from 8.8 miles SE of Westvale. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Westvale, NY?
NBC is on channel 2 from WKTV, broadcasting from 65 miles E of Westvale. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Westvale, NY?
Fox is on channel 68 from WSYT, broadcasting from 12 miles S of Westvale. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Westvale, NY?
CW is on channel 3.2 from WSTM-TV, broadcasting from 8.8 miles SE of Westvale. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Westvale?
47 transmitters within 70 miles of Westvale; around 21 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 Westvale?
The main network towers around Westvale are in different directions: ABC 125° SE (12 mi), CBS 144° SE (8.8 mi) and Fox 175° S (12 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Westvale?
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. Picking up NBC from up to 65 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Westvale?
WKTV (NBC), 65 miles east, 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 Westvale?
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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