Avalugg Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Avalugg in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Avalugg
Avalugg is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Ice typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 30.000 DPS.
Avalugg can be defeated by a minimum of 2 trainers using optimal counters at level 40+. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win, especially if your team isn't fully powered up.
Type strategy: Avalugg is weak to Fighting, Fire, Rock, Steel -type attacks. Avoid using Ice-type moves as Avalugg resists them. Focus your team on the highest DPS counters from the list below — even budget options without Shadow or Mega forms perform well in larger groups.
Top 3 counters: The strongest lineup against Avalugg is Mega Blaziken (30.000 DPS), Mega Lucario (29.500 DPS), and Blacephalon (27.333 DPS).
Catching Avalugg: After defeating Avalugg, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1791 and 1873 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2228-2330 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Avalugg from raids will have exactly 1873 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Avalugg?
The best counter for Avalugg is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 30.000 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (29.500 DPS) and Blacephalon (27.333 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Avalugg?
Avalugg can be defeated by a minimum of 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win. In public lobbies, 5-6 is a safe number.
What is Avalugg weak to?
Avalugg is weak to Fighting, Fire, Rock, Steel-type attacks. It resists Ice-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Avalugg be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Avalugg's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Avalugg from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Avalugg from raids will have 1873 CP at level 20, or 2330 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1791. If you see 1873 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Avalugg worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Avalugg is a lower-tier raid boss that can be soloed or defeated easily with 1-2 trainers. It's useful for farming candy, earning XP, and potentially getting a high-IV specimen. Worth doing when convenient, but doesn't require spending Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Avalugg?
For the best moveset for Avalugg itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Avalugg stats page which includes optimal fast and charged move combinations for both PvE raids and PvP GO Battle League, along with DPS calculations and PvP rankings.
Can I beat Avalugg without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Avalugg can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (27.333 DPS) and Reshiram (23.929 DPS). You may need 5-6 trainers instead of the minimum 2 when using budget teams. Check the Budget Counters section above for the full F2P-friendly list.
What weather boosts Avalugg in raids?
Weather boost information for Avalugg is not currently available. Ice-type Pokemon are typically boosted in specific weather conditions. When weather boosted, the raid is harder but the catch encounter is level 25 with higher CP.