Water hardness in Saint-Raphaël (Var)
18.9 °fH very hard
Tap water in Saint-Raphaël (Var) is very hard: 18.9 °fH (189 mg/L · 11 gpg · 10.6 °dH).
Source: Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 83118 (2026-08) · data checked 2026-10-19
Range across supply zones: 182–230 mg/L.
In Saint-Raphaël, water comes from resources in the Estérel and Provence, including coastal rivers. It measures 189.0 mg/L CaCO₃, between 182.0 and 230.0 mg/L. Scale varies by neighbourhood.
TH en °fH : douce < 15, moyennement dure 15–25, dure 25–35, très dure > 35 °fH (classes usuelles ARS).
Water data
| Total hardness | 18.9 °fH |
|---|---|
| Utility | So'Eeau; Veolia Cmese De L'Esterel |
How Saint-Raphaël (Var) compares
- Tap water in Saint-Raphaël (Var) is 21 % softer than the median of the 33641 cities we track in France (23.9 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 21139 of 33641 in France (1 = hardest); 37 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Var it is number 119 of 152 cities; the regional median is 27.1 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Cavalaire-sur-Mer, 34 km away (14.9 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Puget-sur-Argens, 8 km away (27 °fH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in France →
What it means at home
- Severe scale: heater elements and washing-machine heaters fail early.
- Detergent use is very high; taps and screens coat within days.
- Dishwasher at maximum salt setting.
- An ion-exchange softener is practically essential; RO for drinking water.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Yes. At this hardness a softener pays for itself through appliance life and detergent.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 1 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Saint-Raphaël
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H03 |
| Miele | 11 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 3rd |
| Hoover | S2 |
| 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 Saint-Raphaël (Var) water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 189 mg/L as CaCO₃ (11 gpg, 10.6 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Saint-Raphaël (Var) safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. TH en °fH : douce < 15, moyennement dure 15–25, dure 25–35, très dure > 35 °fH (classes usuelles ARS).
How many grains per gallon is Saint-Raphaël (Var) water?
11 gpg, equal to 10.6 °dH, 18.9 °fH or 189 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Saint-Raphaël (Var)?
For 189 mg/L (10.6 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Saint-Raphaël (Var)?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 83118 (2026-08). Method: own measurement. Ministère de la Santé (ARS), contrôle sanitaire SISE-Eaux, commune 83118 · Outdated figure? Tell us