Mega Latias Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Mega Latias in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Mega Latias
Mega Latias is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Dragon/Psychic typing. The best counter is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 25.034 DPS.
Mega Latias 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: Mega Latias is weak to Bug, Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Fighting, Fire-type moves as Mega Latias 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 Mega Latias is Eternatus (25.034 DPS), Mega Rayquaza (24.167 DPS), and Shadow Palkia (Origin) (22.727 DPS).
Catching Mega Latias: After defeating Mega Latias, the catch encounter will have a CP between 2710 and 2812 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 3371-3498 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Mega Latias from raids will have exactly 2812 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 Mega Latias?
The best counter for Mega Latias is Eternatus with Dragon Tail and 482, dealing 25.034 DPS. Other top options include Mega Rayquaza (24.167 DPS) and Shadow Palkia (Origin) (22.727 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Mega Latias?
Mega Latias 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 Mega Latias weak to?
Mega Latias is weak to Bug, Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Ghost, Ice-type attacks. It resists Electric, Fighting, Fire, Grass, Psychic, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Mega Latias be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Mega Latias's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Mega Latias from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Mega Latias from raids will have 2812 CP at level 20, or 3498 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 2710. If you see 2812 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Mega Latias worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Mega Latias 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 Mega Latias?
For the best moveset for Mega Latias itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Mega Latias 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 Mega Latias without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Mega Latias can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Eternatus (25.034 DPS) and Kyurem (Black) (20.375 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 Mega Latias in raids?
Weather boost information for Mega Latias is not currently available. Dragon-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.