Water hardness in Mezőkövesd
19.2 °dH very hard
Tap water in Mezőkövesd is very hard: 19.2 °dH (343 mg/L · 20 gpg · 34.3 °fH).
Source: NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) (2024) · data checked 2026-10-21
In the northern hills, supply is drawn from karst springs and wells in limestone and volcanic rock; the exact source for Mezőkövesd is not confirmed here. Limestone-fed karst water is the hardest in the area, while water from volcanic rock is softer; the 2024 national report lists Mezőkövesd at 342.7 mg/L CaCO₃ (very hard). Limescale forms fast on heating elements, taps and glass, which makes a softener or descale routine worthwhile.
Hungarian suppliers report total hardness in German degrees (nk°) or mg/L CaO; the limit is 50–350 mg/L CaO.
Water data
| Total hardness | 19.2 °dH |
|---|
How Mezőkövesd compares
- Tap water in Mezőkövesd is 19 % harder than the median of the 3053 cities we track in Hungary (16.1 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 957 of 3053 in Hungary (1 = hardest); 68 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén it is number 102 of 365 cities; the regional median is 16.4 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Novaj, 8 km away (13.6 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Nyékládháza, 26 km away (24.4 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Hungary →
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 Mezőkövesd
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H05 |
| Miele | 19 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 5 |
| Beko | 5th |
| Hoover | S3 |
| LG | H3 |
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 Mezőkövesd water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 343 mg/L as CaCO₃ (20 gpg, 19.2 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Mezőkövesd safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Hungarian suppliers report total hardness in German degrees (nk°) or mg/L CaO; the limit is 50–350 mg/L CaO.
How many grains per gallon is Mezőkövesd water?
20 gpg, equal to 19.2 °dH, 34.3 °fH or 343 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Mezőkövesd?
For 343 mg/L (19.2 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Mezőkövesd?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) (2024). Method: figure published by the water supplier. NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) · Outdated figure? Tell us