Snow Golem
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Added InOverview
In Minecraft, the Snow Golem is classified as a passive mob — it will never attack a player and simply goes about its own behaviour.
Unlike most creatures, the Snow Golem does not spawn naturally in the world. Does not spawn naturally. Built by placing 2 snow blocks vertically and a carved pumpkin on top.
Its defining trait is simple — throws snowballs at hostile mobs (deals knockback but no damage, except to Blazes).
With 4 HP (2 hearts) on its bar, killing one rewards no experience.
It was first added in 1.0.0 and has been a fixture of Minecraft ever since.
Also worth noting: Useful for distracting mobs and creating snow farms.
Even without combat or loot to speak of, the Snow Golem adds character to the worlds it lives in and often plays a quiet supporting role in the wider ecosystem.
Spawning
Does not spawn naturally. Built by placing 2 snow blocks vertically and a carved pumpkin on top.
That makes the Snow Golem a mob you create rather than discover, so planning ahead is part of obtaining one.
Left alone far from any player, wild snow golems eventually despawn, so use a name tag if you want a specific one to stick around.
Because it is harmless, the Snow Golem is mostly useful as a renewable source of its drops, and you can let a small population breed up over time.
Drops
Killing a Snow Golem produces the following loot:
Every kill yields 0–15 Snowballs (always, 100% chance).
These are well worth keeping. Shearing the pumpkin reveals a hidden face underneath.
Since every item here is guaranteed, the only variable is quantity, which makes this mob a dependable, low-variance source of what it carries.
As a harmless mob, the Snow Golem is best gathered opportunistically while you explore — there is no danger in collecting from it, so it rarely justifies a dedicated trip.
| Item | Count | Chance |
|---|---|---|
| Snowball | 0-15 | 100% |
SnowballBehavior & Combat
In the field, throws snowballs at hostile mobs (deals knockback but no damage, except to Blazes). Leaves a snow trail where it walks. Takes damage in hot biomes and rain.
It is fragile, with only 4 health — a single diamond-sword strike (7 damage) is enough to kill it instantly.
Dealing zero damage, the Snow Golem is one of the safest creatures to be around.
Rather than spawning on its own, this one is built by the player, so it only exists where you choose to assemble it — handy for placing defences or utilities exactly where you need them.
All told, the Snow Golem is a low-risk part of the world that rewards patience more than aggression.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Snow Golem
How much health does a Snow Golem have?
A Snow Golem has 4 health points, which is 2 hearts on its health bar.
What does a Snow Golem drop?
When killed, a Snow Golem drops 0–15 Snowballs (100% chance).
Where do Snow Golems spawn in Minecraft?
Snow Golems do not spawn naturally. Does not spawn naturally. Built by placing 2 snow blocks vertically and a carved pumpkin on top.
Is the Snow Golem dangerous?
No. The Snow Golem is a passive mob that deals no damage and will never attack a player.
When was the Snow Golem added to Minecraft?
The Snow Golem was added to Minecraft in version 1.0.0.
Can Snow Golems spawn on their own?
No, snow golems do not appear during normal world generation. Does not spawn naturally. Built by placing 2 snow blocks vertically and a carved pumpkin on top.