TV channels & antenna towers in Clyde, Texas
Clyde has 11 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KXVA (Fox), 11 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Clyde
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKXVAFox | 15 | 11 mi | 212° SSW | Good | Abilene, TX |
| NBCKRBC-TVNBC | 9 | 11 mi | 214° SW | Strong | Abilene, TX |
| CBSKTAB-TVCBS | 32 | 11 mi | 214° SW | Strong | Abilene, TX |
| CWKTXS-TVCW | 12.2 | 36 mi | 271° W | Good | Sweetwater, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Clyde
With roughly 3,770 residents, Clyde is a town in Texas. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 11 licensed TV transmitters: 4 full-power, 5 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 4 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 1 farther out. Three of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Abilene, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Abilene's stations.
The best-placed network stations are CBS on channel 32 (KTAB-TV), NBC on channel 9 (KRBC-TV), Fox on channel 15 (KXVA) and CW on channel 12.2 (KTXS-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSWO-TV in Lawton, OK, 133 miles to the north.
Which way to point your antenna in Clyde
Point your antenna SSW, at about 214°. The main network towers for Clyde sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, KXVA, KRBC-TV and KTAB-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 11 miles southwest of Clyde (212° SSW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Clyde at fair strength or better, 75% 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 Clyde, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Clyde
The farthest main network tower for Clyde is KRBC-TV (NBC), 11 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
KRBC-TV is only 11 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 Clyde
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIDV-LDTranslator | 21 mi | 11° N | Fair | Albany, TX |
| KTES-LDLow power | 36 mi | 271° W | Weak | Abilene, TX |
| K18OA-DLow power | 36 mi | 271° W | Poor | Abilene, TX |
| KAOM-LDLow power | 36 mi | 271° W | Poor | Sweetwater, TX |
| KEOT-LDLow power | 36 mi | 271° W | Poor | Abilene, TX |
| KIDU-LDTranslator | 43 mi | 149° SSE | Poor | Brownwood, TX |
| K22NR-DLow power | 69 mi | 98° E | Poor | Stephenville, TX |
How Clyde compares with the rest of Texas
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Clyde ranks 855th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 11 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
24% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Abilene, 14 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Clyde: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 214° SW, the direction of KRBC-TV (NBC), 11 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 5 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 CBS in Clyde, TX?
CBS is on channel 32 from KTAB-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles SW of Clyde. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Clyde, TX?
NBC is on channel 9 from KRBC-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles SW of Clyde. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Clyde, TX?
Fox is on channel 15 from KXVA, broadcasting from 11 miles SSW of Clyde. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Clyde, TX?
CW is on channel 12.2 from KTXS-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles W of Clyde. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Clyde?
11 transmitters within 70 miles of Clyde; around 5 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 Clyde?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 214°. The main network towers for Clyde sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Clyde?
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 Clyde?
KRBC-TV is only 11 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 Clyde?
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.
TV channels in nearby Texas cities
- Baird5.9 mi
- Potosi11 mi
- Abilene14 mi
- Tye22 mi
- Albany25 mi
- Cisco30 mi
- Merkel31 mi
- Anson34 mi
- Eastland39 mi
- Coleman40 mi
- Stamford41 mi
- Winters41 mi
- Breckenridge42 mi
- Santa Anna47 mi
- Ranger48 mi
- Lake Brownwood49 mi
- Hamlin49 mi
More: all TV stations in Texas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Clyde; signal estimates ignore terrain.