TV channels & antenna towers in Suamico, Wisconsin
Suamico has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WPNE-TV, 15 miles to the S.
Network channels in Suamico
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWBAY-TVABC | 2 | 15 mi | 173° S | Strong | Green Bay, WI |
| FOXWLUK-TVFox | 11 | 16 mi | 171° S | Strong | Green Bay, WI |
| CWWCWFCW | 14 | 16 mi | 171° S | Strong | Suring, WI |
| NBCWGBA-TVNBC | 26 | 19 mi | 171° S | Good | Green Bay, WI |
| CBSWFRV-TVCBS | 5 | 21 mi | 172° S | Strong | Green Bay, WI |
| TLMWMEITelemundo | 31.6 | 21 mi | 172° S | Strong | Shawano, WI |
Over-the-air TV in Suamico
With roughly 12,200 residents, Suamico is a town in Wisconsin. Our map shows 15 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 8 full-power, 1 Class A, 3 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 10 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther out. Four of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Green Bay, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Green Bay's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 2 (WBAY-TV), CBS on channel 5 (WFRV-TV), NBC on channel 26 (WGBA-TV), Fox on channel 11 (WLUK-TV), CW on channel 14 (WCWF) and Telemundo on channel 31.6 (WMEI). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal). 2 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 Suamico
Point your antenna S, at about 172°. The main network towers for Suamico sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WBAY-TV, WLUK-TV and WCWF, transmit from the same tower site about 15 miles south of Suamico (173° S). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Suamico at fair strength or better, all arrive from the south, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Suamico, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Suamico
The farthest main network tower for Suamico is WFRV-TV (CBS), 21 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Suamico
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WPNE-TVFull power | 15 mi | 173° S | Strong | Green Bay, WI |
| WGBD-LDLow power | 16 mi | 171° S | Fair | Green Bay, WI |
| W30BU-DLow power | 19 mi | 172° S | Weak | Green Bay, WI |
| WACY-TVFull power | 19 mi | 171° S | Good | Appleton, WI |
| WLWK-CDClass A | 38 mi | 60° ENE | Weak | Sturgeon Bay, WI |
| W33EW-DTranslator | 48 mi | 331° NNW | Poor | Rhinelander, WI |
| W26EE-DLow power | 53 mi | 296° WNW | Poor | Wittenberg, WI |
| W21EF-DTranslator | 60 mi | 196° SSW | Poor | Fond Du Lac, WI |
| W17DZ-DTranslator | 62 mi | 48° NE | Poor | Sister Bay, WI |
How Suamico compares with the rest of Wisconsin
With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Suamico ranks 299th of 423 places in Wisconsin: fewer than the typical Wisconsin town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 15 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
30% of Wisconsin's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Green Bay, 7.9 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Suamico: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 172° S, the direction of WFRV-TV (CBS), 21 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 9 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 Suamico, WI?
ABC is on channel 2 from WBAY-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles S of Suamico. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Suamico, WI?
CBS is on channel 5 from WFRV-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles S of Suamico. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Suamico, WI?
NBC is on channel 26 from WGBA-TV, broadcasting from 19 miles S of Suamico. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Suamico, WI?
Fox is on channel 11 from WLUK-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles S of Suamico. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Suamico, WI?
CW is on channel 14 from WCWF, broadcasting from 16 miles S of Suamico. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Suamico?
15 transmitters within 70 miles of Suamico; around 9 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 Suamico?
Point your antenna S, at about 172°. The main network towers for Suamico sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Suamico?
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 Suamico?
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 Suamico?
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 Wisconsin · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Suamico; signal estimates ignore terrain.