TV channels & antenna towers in Sequim, Washington
Sequim has 26 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 KCPQ (Fox), 39 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Sequim
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 39 mi | 159° SSE | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 39 mi | 159° SSE | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| UNIKVOS-TVUnivision | 12 | 43 mi | 16° NNE | Good | Bellingham, WA |
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 46 mi | 131° SE | Good | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 46 mi | 131° SE | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 46 mi | 131° SE | Good | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 47 mi | 131° SE | Good | Seattle, WA |
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 49 mi | 131° SE | Good | Seattle, WA |
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 66 mi | 127° SE | Good | Bellevue, WA |
Over-the-air TV in Sequim
With roughly 6,830 residents, Sequim is a town in Washington. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 26 licensed TV transmitters: 16 full-power, 9 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 15 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 20 farther out. Four of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Seattle, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Seattle's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 4 (KOMO-TV), CBS on channel 7 (KIRO-TV), NBC on channel 5 (KING-TV), Fox on channel 13 (KCPQ), CW on channel 51 (KUNS-TV), ION on channel 33 (KWPX-TV), Univision on channel 12 (KVOS-TV), MeTV on channel 44.1 (KFFV) and Trinity on channel 20 (KTBW-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (good signal). 7 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 Sequim
Point your antenna SE, at about 138°. The main network towers for Sequim sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KCPQ and KTBW-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 39 miles south of Sequim (159° SSE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Sequim at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Sequim, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Sequim
The farthest main network tower for Sequim is KING-TV (NBC), 47 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 stations near Sequim
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KBCBFull power | 43 mi | 16° NNE | Good | Bellingham, WA |
| K18NJ-DLow power | 43 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| K30RC-DLow power | 43 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| K29ED-DLow power | 46 mi | 98° E | Poor | Everett, WA |
| K15MW-DLow power | 46 mi | 44° NE | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 46 mi | 131° SE | Poor | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 46 mi | 131° SE | Poor | Seattle, WA |
| KONGFull power | 47 mi | 131° SE | Good | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 47 mi | 131° SE | Poor | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 47 mi | 131° SE | Poor | Seattle, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 49 mi | 131° SE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 49 mi | 131° SE | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 49 mi | 131° SE | Good | Seattle, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 55 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 62 mi | 153° SSE | Poor | Tacoma, WA |
| KWDKFull power | 66 mi | 127° SE | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 66 mi | 127° SE | Poor | Seattle, WA |
How Sequim compares with the rest of Washington
With 15 stations at fair strength or better, Sequim ranks 248th of 398 places in Washington: fewer than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 39 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.
24% of Washington's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Oak Harbor, 26 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Sequim: 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 131° SE, the direction of KING-TV (NBC), 47 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 Sequim, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 46 miles SE of Sequim. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Sequim, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 46 miles SE of Sequim. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Sequim, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 47 miles SE of Sequim. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Sequim, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 39 miles SSE of Sequim. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Sequim, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 46 miles SE of Sequim. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Sequim?
26 transmitters within 70 miles of Sequim; around 15 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 Sequim?
Point your antenna SE, at about 138°. The main network towers for Sequim sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Sequim?
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 Sequim?
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 Sequim?
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 Washington · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Sequim; signal estimates ignore terrain.