#0421 Sunny

Cherrim (Sunny)

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Grass
Max CP 2,315 Razor Leaf + Hyper Beam Sunny
Cherubi | Shellos
Cherrim (Sunny) Pokemon GO sprite

Cherrim (Sunny) is a Grass-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#421, Generation 4). With a max CP of 2,315 and base stats of 170/153/172 (Atk/Def/Sta), Cherrim (Sunny) has a total stat product of 495.

Cherrim (Sunny) is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type moves. It resists Electric, Grass, Ground, Water-type attacks. Cherrim (Sunny) is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
2,315
Lv.40: 2,048 Lv.50: 2,315
Attack 170
Defense 153
Stamina 172
Total 495
Buddy 1.0 km Gen 4 · Sinnoh 2nd Move: 10,000 Dust · 25 Candy
Grass type

Type Chart

Weak to
Bug
Bug
+60%
Fire
Fire
+60%
Flying
Flying
+60%
Ice
Ice
+60%
Poison
Poison
+60%

Moves

Fast Moves

Grass
Bullet Seed STAB
7
DPS
7.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Sunny
Grass
Razor Leaf STAB
13
DPS
13.0 PWR 7 EN 1.0s DUR 7 EPS Sunny

Charged Moves

Fairy
Dazzling Gleam
28.6
DPS
100.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR
Normal
Hyper Beam
37.5
DPS
150.0 PWR 100 EN 4.0s DUR
Grass
Solar Beam STAB
36
DPS
180.0 PWR 100 EN 5.0s DUR
Fire
Weather Ball Fire
36.7
DPS
55.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Razor Leaf (13 DPS), while Bullet Seed generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Cherubi Pokemon GO
Cherubi
50 Candy
Cherrim (Overcast) Pokemon GO
Cherrim (Overcast) Overcast
Cherubi Pokemon GO
Cherubi
50 Candy
Cherrim (Sunny) Pokemon GO
Cherrim (Sunny) Sunny

Forms & Variants

Cherubi Pokemon GO
Cherubi
Cherrim (Overcast) Pokemon GO
Cherrim (Overcast) Overcast
Cherrim (Sunny) Pokemon GO
Cherrim (Sunny) Sunny

Raid Guide

Cherrim (Sunny) as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Cherrim (Sunny) is not currently available as a raid boss. When Cherrim (Sunny) returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Cherrim (Sunny) from raids would have 1170 CP at level 20, or 1462 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

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Best Counters to Beat Cherrim (Sunny)

Mega Blaziken
Mega Blaziken
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
43.2 DPS
#1
Blacephalon
Blacephalon
Incinerate + 491
42.9 DPS
#2
Mega Charizard Y
Mega Charizard Y
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
42.4 DPS
#3
Shadow Salamence
Shadow Salamence
Fire Fang + Fly
40.8 DPS
#4
Shadow Chandelure
Shadow Chandelure
Fire Spin + Overheat
40.7 DPS
#5
Mega Rayquaza
Mega Rayquaza
Air Slash + Hurricane
40.4 DPS
#6
Shadow Tornadus (Therian)
Shadow Tornadus (Therian)
Gust + Bleakwind Storm
39.5 DPS
#7
Shadow Toucannon
Shadow Toucannon
Peck + 490
39.3 DPS
#8
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Fire Fang + Overheat
39.3 DPS
#9
Mega Salamence
Mega Salamence
Fire Fang + Fly
38.5 DPS
#10

Cherrim (Sunny) is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Cherrim (Sunny)

Cherrim (Sunny) evolves from Cherubi using 50 Candy.

Walking Cherrim (Sunny) as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.

Cherrim (Sunny) Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
50 – 1,770 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
50 – 1,916 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
1,134 – 1,199 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
1,410 – 1,492 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
1,134 – 1,199 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
857 – 907 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
1,134 – 1,199 CP

A 100% IV Cherrim (Sunny) from raids or eggs will show 1,170 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Cherrim (Sunny) is a Grass-type Pokemon with a stat total of 495. With its bulk spread of 153 Defense and 172 Stamina, Cherrim (Sunny) has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type moves when using Cherrim (Sunny). These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Cherrim (Sunny)'s performance.

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

Unlocking a second charged move costs 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Cherrim (Sunny) much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Cherrim (Sunny)?

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

Collector's Pick
Cherrim (Sunny) is a Grass-type Pokemon with base stats of 170/153/172 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,315. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Cherrim (Sunny) may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Cherrim (Sunny) in Pokemon GO?
Cherrim (Sunny) has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Cherrim (Sunny) for raids, gym battles, or PvP — check the moves section above for a full breakdown of each move's DPS, energy cost, and coverage.
What are Cherrim (Sunny)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Cherrim (Sunny) is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type moves. On the other hand, Cherrim (Sunny) resists Electric, Grass, Ground, Water-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Cherrim (Sunny) effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.
What is Cherrim (Sunny)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?
Cherrim (Sunny)'s maximum CP is 2,315 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,048 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Cherrim (Sunny)'s CP is calculated from its base stats: 170 Attack, 153 Defense, and 172 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Cherrim (Sunny) caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,170 CP, or 1,462 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Cherrim (Sunny)?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Cherrim (Sunny) has the following CP at key levels: 877 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,170 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,462 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,315 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Cherrim (Sunny), it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Cherrim (Sunny) ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.
How to get Cherrim (Sunny) in Pokemon GO?
Cherrim (Sunny) is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Cherubi with 50 Candy). Cherrim (Sunny) can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.
Can Cherrim (Sunny) be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Cherrim (Sunny)'s availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Cherrim (Sunny) availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 28 CP
L5 276 CP
L10 585 CP
L15 877 CP
L20 1,170 CP
L25 1,462 CP
L30 1,755 CP
L35 1,901 CP
L40 2,048 CP
L50 2,315 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #421
Generation Gen 4
Region Sinnoh
Height 0.50 m
Weight 9.30 kg
Buddy Distance 1.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 10,000 Dust / 25 Candy