those unwanted contaminates usually amount to acid (you've probably heard the term "acid rain"), so if you plan on using rain/snow water make sure that the pH is okay before you use it. depending on the pH of your local tap water, and the proximity of industrial areas, this extra bit of acidity may be enough to raise the pH to dangerous levels.

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cthulhu Reviewed by cthulhu on . Snow water ?? Hi, Its snowing where I am, I have a waterbutt to collect the usual rain water, I presume snow water is the same, can i use it once it melts and drips into my tank or should i flush out my tank and allow it to build up with rain water instead? I believe all it is is rain freezing in the air, is this correct? Rating: 5