Numel Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Numel in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Numel
Numel is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fire/Ground typing. The best counter is Primal Kyogre (Mega) with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 131.758 DPS.
Numel 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: Numel is weak to Water (double weak!), Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Bug, Fairy-type moves as Numel 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 Numel is Primal Kyogre (131.758 DPS), Shadow Kyogre (120.424 DPS), and Mega Swampert (110.857 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Numel: After defeating Numel, the catch encounter will have a CP between 571 and 619 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 711-770 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Numel from raids will have exactly 619 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 Numel?
The best counter for Numel is Primal Kyogre with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 131.758 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Kyogre (120.424 DPS) and Mega Swampert (110.857 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Numel?
Numel 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 Numel weak to?
Numel is weak to Water (double weak), Ground-type attacks. It resists Electric, Bug, Fairy, Fire, Poison, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Numel be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Numel's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Numel from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Numel from raids will have 619 CP at level 20, or 770 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 571. If you see 619 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Numel worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Numel 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 Numel?
For the best moveset for Numel itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Numel 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 Numel without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Numel can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Kyogre (100.970 DPS) and Quaquaval (92.000 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 Numel in raids?
Weather boost information for Numel is not currently available. Fire-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.