Solgaleo Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Solgaleo in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Solgaleo
Solgaleo is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Psychic/Steel typing. The best counter is Primal Groudon (Mega) with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 34.900 DPS.
Solgaleo 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: Solgaleo is weak to Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Poison, Psychic, Dragon-type moves as Solgaleo 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 Solgaleo is Primal Groudon (34.900 DPS), Mega Blaziken (34.842 DPS), and Blacephalon (34.571 DPS).
Catching Solgaleo: After defeating Solgaleo, the catch encounter will have a CP between 2274 and 2367 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2830-2945 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Solgaleo from raids will have exactly 2367 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 Solgaleo?
The best counter for Solgaleo is Primal Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 34.900 DPS. Other top options include Mega Blaziken (34.842 DPS) and Blacephalon (34.571 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Solgaleo?
Solgaleo 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 Solgaleo weak to?
Solgaleo is weak to Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ground-type attacks. It resists Poison, Psychic, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Rock, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Solgaleo be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Solgaleo's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Solgaleo from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Solgaleo from raids will have 2367 CP at level 20, or 2945 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 2274. If you see 2367 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Solgaleo worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Solgaleo 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 Solgaleo?
For the best moveset for Solgaleo itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Solgaleo 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 Solgaleo without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Solgaleo can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. 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 Solgaleo in raids?
Weather boost information for Solgaleo is not currently available. Psychic-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.