TV channels & antenna towers in Wellington, Texas
Wellington has 55 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K34NQ-D, 22 miles to the W.
Over-the-air TV in Wellington
Wellington is a small community of about 2,170 people in Texas. There are 55 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 full-power, 1 low-power and 53 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 12 transmitters are within 25 miles, 18 between 25 and 45 miles, and 25 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSWO-TV in Lawton, OK, 96 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KFDA-TV in Amarillo, TX, 97 miles to the west. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Wellington
Point your antenna W, at about 261°. The nearest towers for Wellington sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Wellington, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Wellington
The farthest of the closest towers for Wellington is K28OF-D, 22 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other TV stations near Wellington
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 55; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K34NQ-DTranslator | 22 mi | 261° W | Weak | Memphis, TX |
| K24NK-DTranslator | 22 mi | 261° W | Weak | Memphis, TX |
| K28OF-DTranslator | 22 mi | 261° W | Weak | Memphis, TX |
| K32EH-DTranslator | 22 mi | 261° W | Weak | Memphis, TX |
| K36CA-DTranslator | 22 mi | 261° W | Weak | Memphis, TX |
| K30HH-DTranslator | 22 mi | 261° W | Weak | Memphis, TX |
| K35KE-DTranslator | 24 mi | 109° ESE | Weak | Hollis, OK |
| K22LZ-DTranslator | 24 mi | 109° ESE | Weak | Hollis, OK |
| K26ND-DTranslator | 24 mi | 109° ESE | Weak | Hollis, OK |
| K20JB-DTranslator | 24 mi | 109° ESE | Weak | Hollis, OK |
| K34JJ-DTranslator | 24 mi | 109° ESE | Weak | Hollis, OK |
| K18HX-DTranslator | 24 mi | 109° ESE | Weak | Hollis, OK |
| K14QV-DTranslator | 29 mi | 183° S | Poor | Childress, TX |
| K23DE-DTranslator | 29 mi | 183° S | Poor | Childress, TX |
| K18MD-DTranslator | 29 mi | 183° S | Poor | Childress, TX |
| K25CQ-DTranslator | 29 mi | 183° S | Poor | Childress, TX |
| K16LY-DTranslator | 29 mi | 183° S | Poor | Childress, TX |
| K21IR-DTranslator | 29 mi | 183° S | Poor | Childress, TX |
| K21JN-DTranslator | 35 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Erick, OK |
| K15HQ-DTranslator | 35 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Sayre, OK |
| K16IR-DTranslator | 35 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Sayre, OK |
| K30JP-DTranslator | 35 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Sayre, OK |
| K24MD-DTranslator | 35 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Sayre, OK |
| K23ND-DTranslator | 35 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Sayre, OK |
| K14NY-DTranslator | 35 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Sayre, OK |
How Wellington compares with the rest of Texas
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Wellington ranks 1,012th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14).
32% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Wellington: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 261° W, the direction of K28OF-D, 22 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 0 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Wellington?
55 transmitters within 70 miles of Wellington; around 0 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Wellington?
Point your antenna W, at about 261°. The nearest towers for Wellington sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Wellington?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Wellington?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Wellington?
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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