TV channels & antenna towers in Hanover, Virginia
Hanover has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 15 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WUPV (CW), 6.6 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Hanover
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWUPVCW | 65 | 6.6 mi | 105° ESE | Good | Ashland, VA |
| NBCWWBTNBC | 12 | 19 mi | 202° SSW | Fair | Richmond, VA |
| FOXWRLH-TVFox | 35 | 22 mi | 216° SW | Strong | Richmond, VA |
| CBSWTVR-TVCBS | 6 | 22 mi | 216° SW | Good | Richmond, VA |
| TLMWZTD-LDTelemundo | 45 | 22 mi | 216° SW | Fair | Richmond, VA |
| ABCWRIC-TVABC | 8 | 22 mi | 216° SW | Strong | Petersburg, VA |
| IONWFWG-LDION | 30.4 | 22 mi | 216° SW | Fair | Richmond, VA |
| FOXWCAVFox | 27.2 | 62 mi | 284° WNW | Weak | Charlottesville, VA |
| ABCWVAW-LDABC | 16 | 62 mi | 284° WNW | Poor | Charlottesville, VA |
| CWWVIR-CDCW | 29.3 | 62 mi | 284° WNW | Poor | Charlottesville, VA |
| CWWVIR-TVCW | 29.3 | 62 mi | 284° WNW | Weak | Charlottesville, VA |
Over-the-air TV in Hanover
With roughly 252 residents, Hanover is a small community in Virginia. Our map shows 21 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 12 full-power, 3 Class A and 6 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 15 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
13 of them are within 25 miles of Hanover, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 8 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Richmond, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Richmond's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 8 (WRIC-TV), CBS on channel 6 (WTVR-TV), NBC on channel 12 (WWBT), Fox on channel 35 (WRLH-TV), CW on channel 65 (WUPV), ION on channel 30.4 (WFWG-LD) and Telemundo on channel 45 (WZTD-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal). 5 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 Hanover
Point your antenna SSW, at about 212°. The main network towers for Hanover sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WRLH-TV, WTVR-TV and WRIC-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 22 miles southwest of Hanover (216° SW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hanover at fair strength or better, 60% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Hanover, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hanover
The farthest main network tower for Hanover is WRLH-TV (Fox), 22 miles away with a strong 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 Hanover
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WRID-LDLow power | 19 mi | 202° SSW | Fair | Richmond, VA |
| WCVE-TVFull power | 22 mi | 216° SW | Good | Richmond, VA |
| WCVWFull power | 22 mi | 216° SW | Good | Richmond, VA |
| WNVTFull power | 22 mi | 216° SW | Good | Spotsylvania, VA |
| WUDW-LDLow power | 22 mi | 216° SW | Fair | Richmond, VA |
| WWBK-LDLow power | 22 mi | 216° SW | Fair | Richmond, VA |
| W13DV-DLow power | 51 mi | 318° NW | Poor | Rapidan, VA |
| WAHU-LDClass A | 62 mi | 284° WNW | Poor | Crozet, VA |
| WHTJFull power | 63 mi | 284° WNW | Fair | Charlottesville, VA |
| WNVCFull power | 63 mi | 284° WNW | Fair | Culpeper, VA |
How Hanover compares with the rest of Virginia
With 15 stations at fair strength or better, Hanover ranks 195th of 381 places in Virginia: fewer than the typical Virginia town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 6.6 miles away, against a state median of 21 miles.
36% of Virginia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Mechanicsville, 11 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Hanover: 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 216° SW, the direction of WRLH-TV (Fox), 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 15 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 Hanover, VA?
ABC is on channel 8 from WRIC-TV, broadcasting from 22 miles SW of Hanover. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Hanover, VA?
CBS is on channel 6 from WTVR-TV, broadcasting from 22 miles SW of Hanover. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Hanover, VA?
NBC is on channel 12 from WWBT, broadcasting from 19 miles SSW of Hanover. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Hanover, VA?
Fox is on channel 35 from WRLH-TV, broadcasting from 22 miles SW of Hanover. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Hanover, VA?
CW is on channel 65 from WUPV, broadcasting from 6.6 miles ESE of Hanover. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hanover?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Hanover; around 15 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 Hanover?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 212°. The main network towers for Hanover sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hanover?
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 Hanover?
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 Hanover?
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 Virginia cities
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- Glen Allen10 mi
- Chamberlayne10 mi
- Mechanicsville11 mi
- Laurel11 mi
- Lakeside12 mi
- East Highland Park13 mi
- Dumbarton13 mi
- Central Garage13 mi
- Wyndham14 mi
- Highland Springs15 mi
- Short Pump15 mi
- Richmond16 mi
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- Montrose17 mi
- Sandston17 mi
- Fort Lee19 mi
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More: all TV stations in Virginia · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Hanover; signal estimates ignore terrain.