Water hardness in Benevento
23 °fH very hard
Tap water in Benevento is very hard: 23 °fH (230 mg/L · 13.4 gpg · 12.9 °dH).
Source: GE.S.E.SA., qualità dell'acqua Comune di Benevento (valori medi anno 2025, agg. aprile 2026) (2025) · data checked 2026-10-29
Range across supply zones: 180–280 mg/L.
3 supply zones — hardness varies by neighbourhood; the figure above is the median.
Hardness by district / supply zone
| °fH | mg/L | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Zona 1 Biferno | 18 | 180 | very hard |
| Zona 2 Pietrafitta (pozzi) | 23 | 230 | very hard |
| Zona 4 Pezzapiana (centro città) | 28 | 280 | very hard |
The utility GE.S.E.SA runs the water service in Benevento; the page we used does not say where the water is drawn; the valley around Benevento lies in a region of limestone ranges. The utility reports 230.0 mg/L CaCO₃ across 3 supply zones, with readings from 180.0 to 280.0 mg/L, which counts as very hard water. Values differ across the area, so check your own address before buying a softener; expect scale on kettles, shower heads and in the water heater, and descaling about as often as a hard-water kitchen requires.
Italian utilities report °f (French degrees); D.Lgs. 31/2001 recommends 15–50 °f.
Water data
| Total hardness | 23 °fH |
|---|---|
| calcio_mg_l | 108.3 |
| magnesio_mg_l | 12 |
| Utility | GE.S.E.SA. (Acea) |
How Benevento compares
- Tap water in Benevento is 8 % harder than the median of the 629 cities we track in Italy (21.2 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 276 of 629 in Italy (1 = hardest); 56 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Campania it is number 30 of 33 cities; the regional median is 40 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Avellino, 24 km away (18.3 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Nola, 31 km away (55 °fH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Italy →
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 Benevento
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| Miele | 13 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 3 |
| Beko | 4th |
| 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 Benevento water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 230 mg/L as CaCO₃ (13.4 gpg, 12.9 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Benevento safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Italian utilities report °f (French degrees); D.Lgs. 31/2001 recommends 15–50 °f.
How many grains per gallon is Benevento water?
13.4 gpg, equal to 12.9 °dH, 23 °fH or 230 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Benevento?
For 230 mg/L (12.9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Benevento?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: GE.S.E.SA., qualità dell'acqua Comune di Benevento (valori medi anno 2025, agg. aprile 2026) (2025). Method: figure published by the water supplier. GE.S.E.SA., qualità dell'acqua Comune di Benevento (valori medi anno 2025, agg. aprile 2026) · Outdated figure? Tell us