Water hardness in Fraga
15 °fH hard
Tap water in Fraga is hard: 15 °fH (150 mg/L · 8.8 gpg · 8.4 °dH).
Source: SINAC, Ministerio de Sanidad — Información de un abastecimiento, municipio 22112 (2026-09) · data checked 2026-10-19
Range across supply zones: 142–162 mg/L.
For Fraga, SINAC (the Ministry of Health's water-supply system) records 150 mg/L CaCO₃, with readings from 142 to 162 mg/L as of September 2026. In this part of Aragón the water comes from the Ebro, its tributaries and local sources, and crosses ground with gypsum and limestone that raises mineral content. Some scale shows on shower screens, kettles and taps, and a scale-reduction filter can be reasonable if you want to protect appliances.
Fuentes españolas usan °fH (grados hidrotimétricos franceses) o mg/L CaCO₃.
Water data
| Total hardness | 15 °fH |
|---|
How Fraga compares
- Tap water in Fraga is 25 % softer than the median of the 4988 cities we track in Spain (20.1 °fH).
- By hardness it ranks 3010 of 4988 in Spain (1 = hardest); 39 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Huesca it is number 96 of 163 cities; the regional median is 16.3 °fH.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Osso de Cinca, 21 km away (6.9 °fH).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: la Granja d'Escarp, 17 km away (43.3 °fH).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Spain →
What it means at home
- Fast scale on taps, shower screens and kettle; white spots on glassware.
- Water heater: efficiency loss and element failures within years if unprotected.
- Dry skin and dull hair after showering are common.
- Softener recommended; jug or reverse osmosis for drinking.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Recommended, especially with a heater or boiler: scale cuts efficiency and shortens its life.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 2 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Fraga
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H02 |
| Miele | 8 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 3rd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| 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 Fraga water hard or soft?
It is hard: 150 mg/L as CaCO₃ (8.8 gpg, 8.4 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Fraga 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 Fraga water?
8.8 gpg, equal to 8.4 °dH, 15 °fH or 150 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Fraga?
For 150 mg/L (8.4 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Fraga?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: SINAC, Ministerio de Sanidad — Información de un abastecimiento, municipio 22112 (2026-09). Method: own measurement. SINAC, Ministerio de Sanidad — Información de un abastecimiento, municipio 22112 · Outdated figure? Tell us