TV channels & antenna towers in Fairfield Harbour, North Carolina
Fairfield Harbour has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, CW and ION. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W20EM-D, 6.6 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Fairfield Harbour
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWEPX-TVION | 38 | 15 mi | 304° NW | Strong | Greenville, NC |
| ABCWCTI-TVABC | 12 | 21 mi | 275° W | Fair | New Bern, NC |
| NBCWITN-TVNBC | 7 | 31 mi | 310° NW | Good | Washington, NC |
| CWWNCT-TVCW | 9.2 | 31 mi | 310° NW | Fair | Greenville, NC |
| IONWPXU-TVION | 35 | 50 mi | 217° SW | Fair | Jacksonville, NC |
Over-the-air TV in Fairfield Harbour
Fairfield Harbour is a town of about 2,950 people in North Carolina. There are 17 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 9 full-power, 1 Class A and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 5 transmitters are within 25 miles, 8 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther out. Two of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Greenville, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Greenville's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 12 (WCTI-TV), NBC on channel 7 (WITN-TV), CW on channel 9.2 (WNCT-TV) and ION on channel 38 (WEPX-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WNCN in Goldsboro, NC, 97 miles to the northwest. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WSFX-TV in Wilmington, NC, 95 miles to the southwest. 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 Fairfield Harbour
Point your antenna WNW, at about 292°. The main network towers for Fairfield Harbour sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WITN-TV and WNCT-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 31 miles northwest of Fairfield Harbour (310° NW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Fairfield Harbour at fair strength or better, 60% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Fairfield Harbour, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Fairfield Harbour
The farthest main network tower for Fairfield Harbour is WITN-TV (NBC), 31 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Fairfield Harbour
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W20EM-DLow power | 6.6 mi | 285° WNW | Weak | New Bern, NC |
| WYDOFull power | 21 mi | 275° W | Good | Greenville, NC |
| WUNM-TVFull power | 21 mi | 275° W | Strong | Jacksonville, NC |
| W18EV-DLow power | 28 mi | 151° SSE | Poor | New Bern, NC |
| W27DP-DLow power | 30 mi | 211° SSW | Fair | New Bern, NC |
| WTGC-LDLow power | 31 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Greenville, NC |
| WJGC-LDLow power | 34 mi | 311° NW | Weak | Greenville, NC |
| W35DW-DLow power | 34 mi | 318° NW | Weak | Greenville, NC |
| W22FC-DLow power | 42 mi | 327° NNW | Poor | Greenville, NC |
| WUNK-TVFull power | 49 mi | 313° NW | Good | Greenville, NC |
| WHFL-CDClass A | 64 mi | 289° WNW | Poor | Goldsboro, NC |
| WUND-TVFull power | 67 mi | 31° NNE | Fair | Edenton, NC |
How Fairfield Harbour compares with the rest of North Carolina
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Fairfield Harbour ranks 437th of 465 places in North Carolina: fewer than the typical North Carolina town (19). Its nearest major network tower is 15 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
57% of North Carolina's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is New Bern, 5.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Fairfield Harbour: 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 310° NW, the direction of WITN-TV (NBC), 31 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 10 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 Fairfield Harbour, NC?
ABC is on channel 12 from WCTI-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles W of Fairfield Harbour. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Fairfield Harbour, NC?
NBC is on channel 7 from WITN-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles NW of Fairfield Harbour. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Fairfield Harbour, NC?
CW is on channel 9.2 from WNCT-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles NW of Fairfield Harbour. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Fairfield Harbour?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Fairfield Harbour; around 10 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 Fairfield Harbour?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 292°. The main network towers for Fairfield Harbour sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Fairfield Harbour?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Fairfield Harbour?
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.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Fairfield Harbour?
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 North Carolina · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Fairfield Harbour; signal estimates ignore terrain.