Snow
minecraft:snowSnow layers are thin ground coverings found in snowy biomes that can stack up to eight layers on top of a solid block. They are obtained by mining with a shovel, which yields snowballs, or crafted directly from snow blocks, and are useful for both terrain building and blocking hostile mob spawns.
FAQ
How do I collect snow layers?
Mine them with a shovel; in Java Edition each layer yields one snowball, while Bedrock Edition drops between one and four snowballs depending on the stack's height.
Where can snow be placed?
Snow can only be placed on a solid block that is not ice, and in Bedrock Edition it is affected by gravity and falls if left unsupported.
Does snow melt?
Yes, it melts near light sources with a light level of 12 or higher, such as torches, redstone lamps, or campfires within a short radius.
Does snow affect mob spawning?
Snow layers between 2 and 7 thickness prevent hostile mobs from spawning on top of them, making deep snow useful for safe outdoor building.