Jynx Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Jynx in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Jynx
Jynx is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Ice/Psychic typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 44.211 DPS.
Jynx 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: Jynx is weak to Bug, Dark, Fire, Ghost, Rock, Steel -type attacks. Avoid using Ice, Psychic-type moves as Jynx 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 Jynx is Mega Blaziken (44.211 DPS), Mega Gengar (44.000 DPS), and Blacephalon (43.714 DPS).
Catching Jynx: After defeating Jynx, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1422 and 1496 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1769-1861 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Jynx from raids will have exactly 1496 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 Jynx?
The best counter for Jynx is Mega Blaziken with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 44.211 DPS. Other top options include Mega Gengar (44.000 DPS) and Blacephalon (43.714 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Jynx?
Jynx 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 Jynx weak to?
Jynx is weak to Bug, Dark, Fire, Ghost, Rock, Steel-type attacks. It resists Ice, Psychic-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Jynx be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Jynx's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Jynx from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Jynx from raids will have 1496 CP at level 20, or 1861 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1422. If you see 1496 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Jynx worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Jynx 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 Jynx?
For the best moveset for Jynx itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Jynx 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 Jynx without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Jynx can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (43.714 DPS) and Reshiram (37.214 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 Jynx in raids?
Weather boost information for Jynx 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.