TV channels & antenna towers in Hewitt, Texas
Hewitt has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Univision. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KXXV (ABC), 11 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Hewitt
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKXXVABC | 25 | 11 mi | 218° SW | Strong | Waco, TX |
| CWKNCTCW | 46 | 12 mi | 217° SW | Strong | Belton, TX |
| CBSKWTX-TVCBS | 10 | 12 mi | 217° SW | Good | Waco, TX |
| FOXKWKT-TVFox | 44 | 13 mi | 217° SW | Strong | Waco, TX |
| NBCKCEN-TVNBC | 6 | 13 mi | 186° S | Good | Temple, TX |
| ABCKRHD-CDABC | 15 | 65 mi | 138° SE | Poor | Bryan, TX |
| UNIKAKW-DTUnivision | 62 | 69 mi | 223° SW | Weak | Killeen, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Hewitt
Hewitt is a town of about 14,300 people in Texas. There are 15 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 6 full-power, 4 Class A and 5 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 7 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 farther out. Three of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Waco, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Waco's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 25 (KXXV), CBS on channel 10 (KWTX-TV), NBC on channel 6 (KCEN-TV), Fox on channel 44 (KWKT-TV), CW on channel 46 (KNCT) and Univision on channel 62 (KAKW-DT). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (weak signal).
Which way to point your antenna in Hewitt
Point your antenna SSW, at about 210°. The main network towers for Hewitt sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, KXXV, KNCT, KWTX-TV and KWKT-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 11 miles southwest of Hewitt (218° SW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hewitt at fair strength or better, 80% 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 Hewitt, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hewitt
The farthest main network tower for Hewitt is KCEN-TV (NBC), 13 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
KXXV 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 Hewitt
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAXW-LDLow power | 11 mi | 199° SSW | Good | Mullin, TX |
| KZCZ-LDLow power | 11 mi | 199° SSW | Good | College Station, TX |
| KPLE-CDClass A | 42 mi | 231° SW | Weak | Killeen, TX |
| K22OK-DLow power | 51 mi | 135° SE | Poor | Calvert, TX |
| K07AAF-DLow power | 65 mi | 349° N | Poor | Corsicana, TX |
| KHPZ-CDClass A | 66 mi | 205° SSW | Poor | Round Rock, TX |
| KHPX-CDClass A | 66 mi | 205° SSW | Poor | Georgetown, TX |
| KGSW-LDLow power | 66 mi | 353° N | Poor | Keene, TX |
How Hewitt compares with the rest of Texas
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Hewitt ranks 767th 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 Waco, 6.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Hewitt: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 186° S, the direction of KCEN-TV (NBC), 13 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 Hewitt, TX?
ABC is on channel 25 from KXXV, broadcasting from 11 miles SW of Hewitt. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Hewitt, TX?
CBS is on channel 10 from KWTX-TV, broadcasting from 12 miles SW of Hewitt. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Hewitt, TX?
NBC is on channel 6 from KCEN-TV, broadcasting from 13 miles S of Hewitt. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Hewitt, TX?
Fox is on channel 44 from KWKT-TV, broadcasting from 13 miles SW of Hewitt. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Hewitt, TX?
CW is on channel 46 from KNCT, broadcasting from 12 miles SW of Hewitt. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hewitt?
15 transmitters within 70 miles of Hewitt; around 7 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 Hewitt?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 210°. The main network towers for Hewitt sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hewitt?
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 Hewitt?
KXXV 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 Hewitt?
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 Texas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Hewitt; signal estimates ignore terrain.