Water hardness in Sant'Agata de'Goti
21.3 °fH very hard
Tap water in Sant'Agata de'Goti is very hard: 21.3 °fH (213 mg/L · 12.4 gpg · 11.9 °dH).
Source: GESESA, qualità dell'acqua per zona (valori medi rilevati) (2025) · data checked 2026-10-29
GESESA's zone sheet for Sant'Agata de' Goti, updated in April 2026 for the year 2025, prints calcium and magnesium values and a total hardness of 22 to 24 °F. Our figure, calculated from the printed mineral content, is 213.1 mg/L CaCO₃, which is very hard water. We have not verified the water source, and the sheet covers one zone only. Expect scale in kettles and water heaters.
Italian utilities report °f (French degrees); D.Lgs. 31/2001 recommends 15–50 °f.
Water data
| Total hardness | 21.3 °fH |
|---|
How Sant'Agata de'Goti compares
- Tap water in Sant'Agata de'Goti is close to the median of the 629 cities we track in Italy (21.2 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 312 of 629 in Italy (1 = hardest); 50 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Campania it is number 31 of 33 cities; the regional median is 40 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Melfi, 98 km away (16.7 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Nola, 18 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 Sant'Agata de'Goti
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H03 |
| Miele | 12 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 3 |
| 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 Sant'Agata de'Goti water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 213 mg/L as CaCO₃ (12.4 gpg, 11.9 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Sant'Agata de'Goti 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 Sant'Agata de'Goti water?
12.4 gpg, equal to 11.9 °dH, 21.3 °fH or 213 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Sant'Agata de'Goti?
For 213 mg/L (11.9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Sant'Agata de'Goti?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: GESESA, qualità dell'acqua per zona (valori medi rilevati) (2025). Method: computed from supplier's calcium and magnesium. GESESA, qualità dell'acqua per zona (valori medi rilevati) · Outdated figure? Tell us