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Celebi

A
Tier A · Ultra League
#28 · 66.29% WR
Max CP
3,691
Best
Confusion
Leaf Storm
Mythical Sunny Windy

Celebi is a Mythical Psychic/Grass-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Johto region (#251, Generation 2). With a max CP of 3,691 and base stats of 210/210/225 (Atk/Def/Sta), Celebi has a total stat product of 645. Celebi's best moveset is Confusion and Leaf Storm.

Celebi is weak to Bug, Dark, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Poison-type moves (double weak to Bug). It resists Electric, Fighting, Grass, Ground, Psychic, Water-type attacks. Celebi is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
3,691
Lv.40: 3,265 Lv.50: 3,691
Attack 210
Defense 210
Stamina 225
Total 645
Buddy 20.0 km Gen 2 · Johto 2nd Move: 100,000 Dust · 100 Candy

Rankings

PvP Battle
Ultra League
A
#28
66.29% Win Rate
Confusion
Leaf Storm
Ideal IVs 0/14/12

Moves

Fast Moves

Electric
7
DPS
7.0 PWR 14 EN 1.0s DUR 14 EPS Rainy
Psychic
Confusion STAB
12.7
DPS
19.0 PWR 14 EN 1.5s DUR 9.3 EPS Windy
Grass
Magical Leaf STAB Elite
11.3
DPS
17.0 PWR 17 EN 1.5s DUR 11.3 EPS Sunny

Charged Moves

Fighting
50
DPS
100.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s DUR
Fairy
28.6
DPS
100.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR
Normal
37.5
DPS
150.0 PWR 100 EN 4.0s DUR
Grass
Leaf Storm STAB Buff
52
DPS
130.0 PWR 100 EN 2.5s DUR
Psychic
Psychic STAB Buff
31.7
DPS
95.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR
Grass
Seed Bomb STAB
27.5
DPS
55.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

In Ultra League PvP, Celebi runs Confusion and Leaf Storm, ranked #28 (Tier A) with a 66.29% win rate. Celebi has access to 3 fast moves and 6 charged moves, giving trainers flexibility depending on the battle format.

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Confusion (12.7 DPS), while Charge Beam generates energy the fastest (14 EPS).

Raid Guide

Celebi as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Celebi is not currently available as a raid boss. When Celebi returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Celebi from raids would have 1865 CP at level 20, or 2332 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

Best Counters to Beat Celebi

Celebi is weak to Bug, Dark, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Poison-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Celebi

Celebi can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

Walking Celebi as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Celebi Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Celebi in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
83 – 2,822 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
83 – 3,055 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
1,829 – 1,912 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
2,276 – 2,379 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
1,829 – 1,912 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,383 – 1,446 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
1,829 – 1,912 CP

A 100% IV Celebi from raids or eggs will show 1,865 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Celebi is a Psychic/Grass-type Pokemon with a stat total of 645. With its bulk spread of 210 Defense and 225 Stamina, Celebi has solid survivability in battles.

Be careful of Celebi's double weakness to Bug-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Celebi very quickly.

Celebi's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Windy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 100,000 Stardust and 100 Candy. With 6 charged moves available, a second move gives Celebi much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Celebi?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)
135,000 Stardust
15 Candy
Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)
0 Stardust
0 XL Candy
Total (20 → 50)
135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Recommended for PvP
Celebi doesn't stand out as a raid attacker but has a place in PvP, ranked #28 (Tier A) in Ultra League with a 66.29% overall win rate. With base stats of 210/210/225 and a max CP of 3,691, its stat distribution favors bulk, which is ideal for PvP formats. Run Confusion with Leaf Storm for best results. Worth investing in a second charged move to expand coverage and improve matchups across the board.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Celebi in Pokemon GO?
Celebi's best moveset is Confusion (fast) and Leaf Storm (charged).
What are Celebi's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Celebi is weak to Bug, Dark, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Poison-type moves. It has a double weakness to Bug, taking 156% more damage from these types. On the other hand, Celebi resists Electric, Fighting, Grass, Ground, Psychic, Water-type attacks.
What is Celebi's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Celebi's maximum CP is 3,691 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 3,265 at level 40. A 100% IV Celebi caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,865 CP, or 2,332 CP with weather boost (level 25).
Is Celebi good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Celebi is ranked #28 (Tier A) in Ultra League with a 66.29% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Confusion and Leaf Storm. The ideal IV spread for Ultra League is 0/14/12.
What CP is a 100% IV Celebi?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Celebi has the following CP at key levels: 1,399 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,865 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,332 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 3,691 CP at level 50 fully powered up.
How to get Celebi in Pokemon GO?
Celebi can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events.

Max CP per Level

L1 46 CP
L5 440 CP
L10 933 CP
L15 1,399 CP
L20 1,865 CP
L25 2,332 CP
L30 2,799 CP
L35 3,032 CP
L40 3,265 CP
L50 3,691 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #251
Generation Gen 2
Region Johto
Height 0.61 m
Weight 5.00 kg
Buddy Distance 20.0 km
Tradable No
2nd Charged Move 100,000 Dust / 100 Candy