Water hardness in Ústí nad Labem
1.5 mmol/L hard
Tap water in Ústí nad Labem is hard: 1.5 mmol/L (150 mg/L · 8.8 gpg · 8.4 °dH).
Source: SčVK, Moje obec – kvalita vody (aktuální hodnoty) (2026) · data checked 2026-10-21
Range across supply zones: 43–437 mg/L.
Ústí nad Labem has been supplied from more than one source: the Velké Žernoseky supply area and, at times, the Fláje reservoir in the Ore Mountains, whose water is described as softer. Reported hardness is 150.1 mg/L CaCO₃ with a range of 43.0 to 437.4 mg/L, so the tap value depends strongly on which source serves your street. At the median value limescale is visible on kettles and taps.
Czech suppliers report "Vápník a hořčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 2–3.5 mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 1.5 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Calcium (mg/L) | 37 |
| Magnesium (mg/L) | 9.57 |
| Utility | Severočeské vodovody a kanalizace, a.s. (SčVK) |
How Ústí nad Labem compares
- Tap water in Ústí nad Labem is 25 % harder than the median of the 1516 cities we track in Czechia (1.2 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 483 of 1516 in Czechia (1 = hardest); 68 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Ústecký kraj it is number 276 of 631 cities; the regional median is 1.31 mmol/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Chuderov, 3 km away (0.83 mmol/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Trmice, 3 km away (2.53 mmol/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Czechia →
What it means at home
- Fast scale on taps, shower screens and kettle; white spots on glassware.
- Water heater: efficiency loss and element failures within years if unprotected.
- Dry skin and dull hair after showering are common.
- Softener recommended; jug or reverse osmosis for drinking.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Recommended, especially with a heater or boiler: scale cuts efficiency and shortens its life.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 2 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Ústí nad Labem
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H02 |
| Miele | 8 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 3rd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| LG | H2 |
From each brand's manual for the model family named in the source; your model may differ, so check its manual. All brands and how to change the setting →
FAQ
Is Ústí nad Labem water hard or soft?
It is hard: 150 mg/L as CaCO₃ (8.8 gpg, 8.4 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Ústí nad Labem safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Czech suppliers report "Vápník a hořčík" in mmol/L; the recommended range is 2–3.5 mmol/L.
How many grains per gallon is Ústí nad Labem water?
8.8 gpg, equal to 8.4 °dH, 15 °fH or 150 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Ústí nad Labem?
For 150 mg/L (8.4 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Ústí nad Labem?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: SčVK, Moje obec – kvalita vody (aktuální hodnoty) (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. SčVK, Moje obec – kvalita vody (aktuální hodnoty) · Outdated figure? Tell us