Water hardness in Panevezys
3.4 mmol/L very hard
Tap water in Panevezys is very hard: 3.4 mmol/L (340 mg/L · 19.9 gpg · 19.1 °dH).
Source: UAB Aukštaitijos vandenys - Geriamojo vandens kokybė (2026) · data checked 2026-10-23
Lithuanian public supply relies largely on groundwater from deep aquifers, which are rich in dissolved carbonates. The reported hardness is 340.3 mg/L CaCO₃. Limescale builds quickly in kettles, boilers and washing machines, so frequent descaling or a softener is worth considering.
Lithuanian suppliers report total hardness in mmol/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 3.4 mmol/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | UAB Aukstaitijos vandenys (avandenys.lt), supplies Panevezys |
How Panevezys compares
- Tap water in Panevezys is 20 % harder than the median of the 15 cities we track in Lithuania (2.83 mmol/L).
- By hardness it ranks 2 of 15 in Lithuania (1 = hardest); 86 % of these cities have softer water.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Kedainiai, 55 km away (2.45 mmol/L).
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 Panevezys
| 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 Panevezys water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 340 mg/L as CaCO₃ (19.9 gpg, 19.1 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Panevezys safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Lithuanian suppliers report total hardness in mmol/L.
How many grains per gallon is Panevezys water?
19.9 gpg, equal to 19.1 °dH, 34 °fH or 340 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Panevezys?
For 340 mg/L (19.1 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Panevezys?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: UAB Aukštaitijos vandenys - Geriamojo vandens kokybė (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. UAB Aukštaitijos vandenys - Geriamojo vandens kokybė · Outdated figure? Tell us