Shadow Weavile is a Dark/Ice-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#461, Generation 4). With a max CP of 3,397 and base stats of 243/171/172 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Weavile has a total stat product of 586. Shadow Weavile's best moveset is Ice Shard and Avalanche, making it a competitive Ice-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Weavile is weak to Fighting, Bug, Fairy, Fire, Rock, Steel-type moves (double weak to Fighting). It resists Psychic, Dark, Ghost, Ice-type attacks. Shadow Weavile is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Ice Shard
Avalanche
Snarl
Foul Play
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Weavile's best offensive moveset is Ice Shard combined with Avalanche, achieving 15.9 DPS and 286 TDO as a Ice-type attacker (ranked #8, Tier A). Alternatively, Shadow Weavile can serve as a Dark-type attacker with Snarl and Foul Play (#10, Tier B).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Feint Attack (11 DPS), while Snarl generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).
Evolution
Raid Guide
Shadow Weavile as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Weavile is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Weavile returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Weavile from raids would have 1717 CP at level 20, or 2146 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Weavile
Shadow Weavile can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Weavile is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Weavile knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Weavile as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Shadow Weavile Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Weavile in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Weavile from raids or eggs will show 1,717 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Weavile is a Dark/Ice-type Pokemon with a stat total of 586. With its high Attack stat (243), Shadow Weavile is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Be careful of Shadow Weavile's double weakness to Fighting-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Weavile very quickly.
Shadow Weavile's moves get a damage boost in Fog and Snow weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Weavile much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Weavile?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Highly Recommended
Shadow Weavile is a top-tier Ice-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #8 overall with a Tier A rating. With a max CP of 3,397 at level 50 and base stats of 243/171/172 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Ice Shard and Avalanche for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Ice-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.