Celesteela Pokemon GO — 5-Star Raids Raid, Catch CP 1,736-1,817

Q: Is Celesteela good in Pokemon GO?

Celesteela has no raid or PvP ranking in Pokemon GO right now, so it is a collector pick rather than a battler. Its max CP is 3,507 at level 50. Keep a high-IV one for future move updates or limited-format cups and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Q: What is the best moveset for Celesteela in Pokemon GO?

Celesteela has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section for a breakdown of DPS, energy generation, and recommended combinations for both raids and PvP.

Q: What are Celesteela's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Celesteela is a Steel/Flying-type Pokemon weak to Electric, Fire-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Celesteela, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Celesteela resists Bug, Grass, Poison, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Ground, Normal, Psychic, Steel-type moves.

Q: What is Celesteela's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Celesteela's maximum CP is 3,507 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 3,102 at level 40. Its base stats are 207 Attack, 199 Defense, and 219 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 625. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Celesteela?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Celesteela has 1772 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 2216 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 3,507 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Celesteela showing 1772 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Celesteela in Pokemon GO?

Celesteela can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, defeating it as a 5-Star Raids raid boss, and trading with other trainers. Walking Celesteela as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Q: Can Celesteela be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Celesteela availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset

Highest damage: Smack Down Heavy Slam

Same-type attack bonus on Heavy Slam. Heavy Slam costs 50 energy for 70 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Celesteela takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Electric1.6× Fire1.6×

Resists

Bug0.39× Grass0.39× Poison0.39× Dragon0.625× Fairy0.625× Flying0.625× Ground0.625× Normal0.625× Psychic0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 207

Defense 199

Stamina 219

Stat total: 625
Buddy distance: 20.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 100,000 Dust + 100 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,772 CP

Editor's notes

Celesteela is a Steel/Flying-type Pokémon — Pokédex #797, a Generation 7 Pokémon and originally from the Alola region. It reaches a maximum of 3,507 CP at level 50 and walks as a 20.0km buddy.

Celesteela is currently available as a raid boss.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Celesteela is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Celesteela moves

2 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Air Slash STAB	Flying	12	8	1.0s	12	8
Smack Down Best	Rock	13	7	1.0s	13	7

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Body Slam	Normal	50	33	2.0s	25	1.52
Bulldoze	Ground	80	50	3.5s	22.9	1.60
Heavy Slam Best STAB	Steel	70	50	2.0s	35	1.40
Iron Head STAB	Steel	60	50	2.0s	30	1.20

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Air Slash	Flying	9	9	2	4.50	4.50
Smack Down	Rock	11	8	2	5.50	4.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Body Slam	Normal	55	35	1.57	—
Bulldoze	Ground	45	45	1.00	Buff / debuff
Heavy Slam	Steel	70	50	1.40	—
Iron Head	Steel	70	50	1.40	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Smack Down (13 DPS); Air Slash builds energy fastest (8 EPS).

Raids

In raids now

Raid tier: 5-Star
Shiny: Can be shiny after the raid
Raid guide: Full Celesteela raid guide

Best counters against Celesteela

1

Shadow Thundurus (Therian)Shadow Volt SwitchWildbolt Storm 37.2DPS 476TDO 2

Mega BlazikenMega Fire SpinBlast Burn 33.4DPS 542TDO 3

Blacephalon Incinerate491 32.9DPS 351TDO 4

Mega Charizard YMega Fire SpinBlast Burn 32.7DPS 653TDO 5

Regieleki Lock OnThunder Cage 32.5DPS 392TDO 6

Shadow ChandelureShadow Fire SpinOverheat 31.5DPS 376TDO

Counters carrying Electric, Fire moves deal the most damage. See all 10 counters

How to get Celesteela

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Raids: 5-Star raid boss
Trading: Can be traded between trainers

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	78	2,681
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	78	2,903
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,736	1,817
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	2,160	2,260
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,736	1,817
Research Encounter	Lv 15	1,313	1,374
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,736	1,817

Is Celesteela good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

Power up	Stardust	Candy	XL Candy
Lv 20 → 40	135,000	15	—

Celesteela has no raid or PvP ranking right now. Keep a high-IV one for the Pokedex and for future move updates or limited-format cups, and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Bulk-leaning spread (199 Defense / 219 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 100,000 Dust and 100 Candy, and with 4 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Snow and Windy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	43
Lv 2	137
Lv 3	231
Lv 4	324
Lv 5	418
Lv 6	512
Lv 7	605
Lv 8	699
Lv 9	793
Lv 10	886
Lv 11	975
Lv 12	1,064
Lv 13	1,152

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	1,241
Lv 15	1,329
Lv 16	1,418
Lv 17	1,507
Lv 18	1,595
Lv 19	1,684
Lv 20	1,772
Lv 21	1,861
Lv 22	1,950
Lv 23	2,038
Lv 24	2,127
Lv 25	2,216
Lv 26	2,305

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	2,393
Lv 28	2,482
Lv 29	2,571
Lv 30	2,659
Lv 31	2,704
Lv 32	2,748
Lv 33	2,792
Lv 34	2,836
Lv 35	2,881
Lv 36	2,925
Lv 37	2,969
Lv 38	3,014
Lv 39	3,058

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	3,102
Lv 41	3,142
Lv 42	3,181
Lv 43	3,221
Lv 44	3,261
Lv 45	3,302
Lv 46	3,342
Lv 47	3,383
Lv 48	3,424
Lv 49	3,466
Lv 50	3,507

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0797
Height: 9.20 m
Weight: 999.90 kg
Buddy size: Big
Game ID: V0797_POKEMON_CELESTEELA

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Celesteela in Pokemon GO?

Celesteela's best moveset is Smack Down (fast) with Heavy Slam (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Celesteela's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Celesteela takes super effective damage from Electric, Fire-type moves. It resists Bug, Grass, Poison, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Ground, Normal, Psychic, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

What is Celesteela's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Celesteela reaches 3,507 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 3,102 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.

What CP is a 100% IV Celesteela?

A perfect 15/15/15 Celesteela shows 1,772 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 2,216 CP at level 25 (weather boosted). Seeing that exact number on the catch screen means it is a hundo — favourite it before you transfer anything.

How do you get Celesteela in Pokemon GO?

Celesteela spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event. It is currently a 5-Star Raids raid boss. It can be traded between trainers.

Can Celesteela be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Celesteela depends on whether Niantic has released the form. Check the events page for Community Days and event weekends, which is when shiny rates are boosted.

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