Water hardness in Rábatöttös
15.2 °dH very hard
Tap water in Rábatöttös is very hard: 15.2 °dH (271 mg/L · 15.8 gpg · 27.1 °fH).
Source: NNGYK — Magyarországi települések ivóvízminősége (HUMVI 2024) (2024) · data checked 2026-10-21
NNGYK's 2024 report puts Rábatöttös (Vas county) at 271.3 mg/L CaCO3, a very hard value. We cannot say from the source which network or well supplies the village. At this hardness, scale forms quickly on boilers and washing machine heaters, so appliance care matters.
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 | 15.2 °dH |
|---|
How Rábatöttös compares
- Tap water in Rábatöttös is 6 % softer than the median of the 3053 cities we track in Hungary (16.1 °dH).
- By hardness it ranks 1654 of 3053 in Hungary (1 = hardest); 45 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Vas it is number 115 of 208 cities; the regional median is 15.9 °dH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Püspökmolnári, 4 km away (7.3 °dH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Kám, 6 km away (21.8 °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 Rábatöttös
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 15 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 4 |
| Beko | 4th |
| Hoover | S2 |
| 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 Rábatöttös water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 271 mg/L as CaCO₃ (15.8 gpg, 15.2 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Rábatöttös 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 Rábatöttös water?
15.8 gpg, equal to 15.2 °dH, 27.1 °fH or 271 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Rábatöttös?
For 271 mg/L (15.2 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Rábatöttös?
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