Water hardness in Rábasebes
9.8 °dH hard
Tap water in Rábasebes is hard: 9.8 °dH (176 mg/L · 10.3 gpg · 17.6 °fH).
Source: NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) (2024) · data checked 2026-10-21
Rábasebes (Győr-Moson-Sopron) is reported at 175.8 mg/L as CaCO₃ in the 2024 NNGYK data, in the hard band and just below the very hard threshold. The report does not name the supply source. Some limescale is likely, though less than in harder neighbouring villages.
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 | 9.8 °dH |
|---|
How Rábasebes compares
- Tap water in Rábasebes is 39 % softer than the median of the 3053 cities we track in Hungary (16.1 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 2486 of 3053 in Hungary (1 = hardest); 18 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Győr-Moson-Sopron it is number 161 of 180 cities; the regional median is 15.3 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Várkesző, 6 km away (7 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Páli, 7 km away (13.3 °dH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Hungary →
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 Rábasebes
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H02 |
| Miele | 10 °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 Rábasebes water hard or soft?
It is hard: 176 mg/L as CaCO₃ (10.3 gpg, 9.8 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Rábasebes 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 Rábasebes water?
10.3 gpg, equal to 9.8 °dH, 17.6 °fH or 176 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Rábasebes?
For 176 mg/L (9.8 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Rábasebes?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
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