Suicune Pokemon GO sprite
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Suicune

B
Tier B · Ultra League
#48 · 57.81% WR
Max CP
3,372
Best
Ice Fang
Scald
Legendary Rainy

Suicune is a Legendary Water-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Johto region (#245, Generation 2). With a max CP of 3,372 and base stats of 180/235/225 (Atk/Def/Sta), Suicune has a total stat product of 640. Suicune's best moveset is Ice Fang and Scald.

Suicune is weak to Electric, Grass-type moves. It resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water-type attacks. Suicune is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
3,372
Lv.40: 2,983 Lv.50: 3,372
Attack 180
Defense 235
Stamina 225
Total 640
Buddy 20.0 km Gen 2 · Johto 2nd Move: 100,000 Dust · 100 Candy

Rankings

PvP Battle
Ultra League
B
#48
57.81% Win Rate
Ice Fang
Scald
Ideal IVs 0/12/15

Moves

Fast Moves

Psychic
11
DPS
11.0 PWR 11 EN 1.0s DUR 11 EPS Windy
Ice
8
DPS
12.0 PWR 20 EN 1.5s DUR 13.3 EPS Snow
Dark
11
DPS
11.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Fog
Water
Water Gun STAB
10
DPS
5.0 PWR 5 EN 0.5s DUR 10 EPS Rainy
Normal
Hidden Power Elite
10
DPS
15.0 PWR 15 EN 1.5s DUR 10 EPS Partly Cloudy

Charged Moves

Water
Bubble Beam STAB Buff
22.5
DPS
45.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR
Water
Hydro Pump STAB
38.6
DPS
135.0 PWR 100 EN 3.5s DUR
Ice
27.1
DPS
95.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR
Water
Scald STAB Buff
21.4
DPS
75.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR
Water
21.7
DPS
65.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

In Ultra League PvP, Suicune runs Ice Fang and Scald, ranked #48 (Tier B) with a 57.81% win rate. Suicune has access to 5 fast moves and 5 charged moves, giving trainers flexibility depending on the battle format.

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Extrasensory (11 DPS), while Ice Fang generates energy the fastest (13.3 EPS).

Raid Guide

Suicune as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Suicune is not currently available as a raid boss. When Suicune returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Suicune from raids would have 1704 CP at level 20, or 2130 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

Best Counters to Beat Suicune

Suicune is weak to Electric, Grass-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Suicune

Suicune can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Suicune is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Suicune knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 20,000 Stardust and 20 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Suicune as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Suicune Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
75 – 2,578 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
75 – 2,791 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
1,667 – 1,747 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
2,074 – 2,173 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
1,667 – 1,747 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,261 – 1,321 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
1,667 – 1,747 CP

A 100% IV Suicune from raids or eggs will show 1,704 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Suicune is a Water-type Pokemon with a stat total of 640. With its bulk spread of 235 Defense and 225 Stamina, Suicune has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Electric, Grass-type moves when using Suicune. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Suicune's performance.

Suicune's moves get a damage boost in Rainy 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 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Suicune much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Suicune?

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

Niche PvP Pick
Suicune doesn't stand out as a raid attacker but has a place in PvP, ranked #48 (Tier B) in Ultra League with a 57.81% overall win rate. With base stats of 180/235/225 and a max CP of 3,372, its stat distribution favors bulk, which is ideal for PvP formats. Run Ice Fang with Scald for best results. Consider building one if you enjoy using it, but there are stronger PvP options in this league.

Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Suicune deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Suicune in Pokemon GO?
Suicune's best moveset is Ice Fang (fast) and Scald (charged).
What are Suicune's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Suicune is weak to Electric, Grass-type moves. On the other hand, Suicune resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water-type attacks.
What is Suicune's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Suicune's maximum CP is 3,372 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,983 at level 40. A 100% IV Suicune caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,704 CP, or 2,130 CP with weather boost (level 25).
Is Suicune good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Suicune is ranked #48 (Tier B) in Ultra League with a 57.81% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Ice Fang and Scald. The ideal IV spread for Ultra League is 0/12/15.
What CP is a 100% IV Suicune?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Suicune has the following CP at key levels: 1,278 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,704 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,130 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 3,372 CP at level 50 fully powered up.
Is Shadow Suicune better than regular?
Shadow Suicune deals 20% more damage than its regular counterpart but also takes 20% more damage. For raids, Shadow Suicune is generally better due to the higher DPS output. For PvP, it depends on the matchup — the extra damage taken can be a significant drawback in extended battles where survivability matters. Shadow Suicune comes with Frustration, which should be replaced with a Charged TM before powering up.
How to get Suicune in Pokemon GO?
Suicune can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Suicune can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Max CP per Level

L1 42 CP
L5 402 CP
L10 852 CP
L15 1,278 CP
L20 1,704 CP
L25 2,130 CP
L30 2,557 CP
L35 2,770 CP
L40 2,983 CP
L50 3,372 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #245
Generation Gen 2
Region Johto
Height 2.01 m
Weight 187.00 kg
Buddy Distance 20.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 100,000 Dust / 100 Candy
Shadow Move Frustration
Purified Move Return
Purification Cost 20,000 Dust / 20 Candy