TV channels & antenna towers in Verona, Wisconsin
Verona has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WHA-TV, 4.5 miles to the N.
Network channels in Verona
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWMSN-TVFox | 47 | 4.5 mi | 359° N | Strong | Madison, WI |
| IONWIFSION | 57 | 4.5 mi | 359° N | Strong | Janesville, WI |
| ABCWKOWABC | 27 | 4.5 mi | 359° N | Strong | Madison, WI |
| CBSWISC-TVCBS | 3 | 4.5 mi | 359° N | Strong | Madison, WI |
| CWWMTVCW | 15.2 | 4.8 mi | 29° NNE | Strong | Madison, WI |
| NBCWREXNBC | 13 | 50 mi | 163° SSE | Weak | Rockford, IL |
| TLMWFBN-LDTelemundo | 23 | 51 mi | 159° SSE | Poor | Rockford, IL |
| CBSWIFR-LDCBS | 23 | 51 mi | 159° SSE | Poor | Rockford, IL |
| CWWSLNCW | 19 | 51 mi | 159° SSE | Weak | Freeport, IL |
| FOXWQRF-TVFox | 39 | 52 mi | 159° SSE | Fair | Rockford, IL |
| ABCWTVOABC | 17 | 52 mi | 159° SSE | Fair | Rockford, IL |
| TBNWWRS-TVTrinity | 52 | 59 mi | 58° ENE | Weak | Mayville, WI |
Over-the-air TV in Verona
Verona, Wisconsin has a population of about 12,500. There are 21 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 12 full-power, 1 Class A, 7 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 10 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 10 farther out. Five of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Rockford, IL, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Rockford's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 27 (WKOW), CBS on channel 3 (WISC-TV), NBC on channel 13 (WREX), Fox on channel 47 (WMSN-TV), CW on channel 15.2 (WMTV), ION on channel 57 (WIFS), Telemundo on channel 23 (WFBN-LD) and Trinity on channel 52 (WWRS-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak 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 Verona
Point your antenna N, at about 359°. The main network towers for Verona sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WMSN-TV, WIFS, WKOW and WISC-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 4.5 miles north of Verona (359° N). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Verona at fair strength or better, 57% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Verona, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Verona
The farthest main network tower for Verona is WMSN-TV (Fox), 4.5 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here.
WREX (NBC), 50 miles south, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
WHA-TV is only 4.5 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 Verona
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHA-TVFull power | 4.5 mi | 359° N | Strong | Madison, WI |
| W23BW-DClass A | 5.1 mi | 33° NNE | Good | Madison, WI |
| WMWD-LDLow power | 5.1 mi | 33° NNE | Good | Madison, WI |
| WZCK-LDLow power | 5.1 mi | 34° NE | Good | Madison, WI |
| WMWI-LDLow power | 18 mi | 48° NE | Fair | Verona, WI |
| W35DY-DTranslator | 33 mi | 146° SE | Weak | Stoughton, WI |
| KFXB-TVFull power | 64 mi | 240° WSW | Weak | Dubuque, IA |
| WDMW-LDLow power | 68 mi | 91° E | Poor | Milwaukee, WI |
| WTAS-LDLow power | 68 mi | 91° E | Poor | Waukesha, WI |
How Verona compares with the rest of Wisconsin
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Verona ranks 209th of 423 places in Wisconsin: the same as the typical Wisconsin town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 4.5 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 Fitchburg, 3.8 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Verona: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 359° N, the direction of WMSN-TV (Fox), 4.5 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 12 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 Verona, WI?
ABC is on channel 27 from WKOW, broadcasting from 4.5 miles N of Verona. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Verona, WI?
CBS is on channel 3 from WISC-TV, broadcasting from 4.5 miles N of Verona. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Verona, WI?
NBC is on channel 13 from WREX, broadcasting from 50 miles SSE of Verona. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Verona, WI?
Fox is on channel 47 from WMSN-TV, broadcasting from 4.5 miles N of Verona. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Verona, WI?
CW is on channel 15.2 from WMTV, broadcasting from 4.8 miles NNE of Verona. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Verona?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Verona; around 12 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 Verona?
Point your antenna N, at about 359°. The main network towers for Verona sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Verona?
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. Picking up NBC from up to 50 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Verona?
WREX (NBC), 50 miles south, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Verona?
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 Wisconsin cities
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- Middleton7.5 mi
- Oregon8.7 mi
- Madison8.8 mi
- Mount Horeb10 mi
- Monona11 mi
- McFarland12 mi
- Waunakee14 mi
- Stoughton17 mi
- Cottage Grove18 mi
- Evansville19 mi
- De Forest20 mi
- Sun Prairie21 mi
- Prairie du Sac23 mi
- Edgerton26 mi
- Lake Wisconsin27 mi
- Brodhead27 mi
- Monroe27 mi
- Spring Green30 mi
- Dodgeville30 mi
- Lake Mills32 mi
- Milton33 mi
- Janesville34 mi
- Baraboo35 mi
More: all TV stations in Wisconsin · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Verona; signal estimates ignore terrain.