Water hardness in Baeza
22.2 °fH very hard
Tap water in Baeza is very hard: 22.2 °fH (222 mg/L · 13 gpg · 12.4 °dH).
Source: SINAC, Ministerio de Sanidad — Información de un abastecimiento, municipio 23009 (2026-04) · data checked 2026-10-19
Range across supply zones: 221–230 mg/L.
For Baeza, SINAC (the Ministry of Health's water-supply system) records 222 mg/L CaCO₃, with readings from 221 to 230 mg/L as of April 2026. In this part of Jaén carbonate aquifers in the Subbetic ranges and intakes from the Guadalquivir and its tributaries dominate, which is why the water tends to be hard. Scale builds up regularly in kettles, taps and the washing-machine heating element, so they need frequent cleaning.
Fuentes españolas usan °fH (grados hidrotimétricos franceses) o mg/L CaCO₃.
Water data
| Total hardness | 22.2 °fH |
|---|
How Baeza compares
- Tap water in Baeza is 10 % harder than the median of the 4988 cities we track in Spain (20.1 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 2283 of 4988 in Spain (1 = hardest); 54 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Jaén it is number 64 of 96 cities; the regional median is 24.6 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Jimena, 12 km away (12.8 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Torres, 18 km away (29.8 °fH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Spain →
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 Baeza
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H04 |
| 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 Baeza water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 222 mg/L as CaCO₃ (13 gpg, 12.4 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Baeza safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Fuentes españolas usan °fH (grados hidrotimétricos franceses) o mg/L CaCO₃.
How many grains per gallon is Baeza water?
13 gpg, equal to 12.4 °dH, 22.2 °fH or 222 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Baeza?
For 222 mg/L (12.4 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Baeza?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: SINAC, Ministerio de Sanidad — Información de un abastecimiento, municipio 23009 (2026-04). Method: own measurement. SINAC, Ministerio de Sanidad — Información de un abastecimiento, municipio 23009 · Outdated figure? Tell us