Dewpider Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Dewpider in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Dewpider
Dewpider is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Water/Bug typing. The best counter is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (Shadow) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 62.600 DPS.
Dewpider 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: Dewpider is weak to Electric, Flying, Rock -type attacks. Avoid using Fighting, Ground, Ice-type moves as Dewpider 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 Dewpider is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (62.600 DPS), Regieleki (56.706 DPS), and Mega Rayquaza (52.839 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Dewpider: After defeating Dewpider, the catch encounter will have a CP between 379 and 418 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 472-520 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Dewpider from raids will have exactly 418 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 Dewpider?
The best counter for Dewpider is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 62.600 DPS. Other top options include Regieleki (56.706 DPS) and Mega Rayquaza (52.839 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Dewpider?
Dewpider 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 Dewpider weak to?
Dewpider is weak to Electric, Flying, Rock-type attacks. It resists Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Dewpider be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Dewpider's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Dewpider from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Dewpider from raids will have 418 CP at level 20, or 520 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 379. If you see 418 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Dewpider worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Dewpider 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 Dewpider?
For the best moveset for Dewpider itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Dewpider 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 Dewpider without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Dewpider can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Regieleki (56.706 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (52.400 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 Dewpider in raids?
Weather boost information for Dewpider is not currently available. Water-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.