The Legendary Sunne Pokémon Solgaleo has arrived in Pokémon GO 5-Star Raids from July 8 to July 14, 2025. This marks Solgaleo’s debut in global raids outside of Special Research events. With its Psychic/Steel typing, high CP, and broad coverage moveset, Solgaleo is a tough opponent to beat.
Here’s a full breakdown of how to counter Solgaleo, which Pokémon to bring, and what to expect from the raid encounter.
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Table of contents
- Solgaleo Raid Overview
- Solgaleo Resistances and Strengths
- Solgaleo Weaknesses
- Best Solgaleo Raid Counters
- Solgaleo Raid Moveset Breakdown
- Watch Out for These Threats
- 100% IV CPs (Perfect Catch Values)
- How Many Trainers Are Needed?
- Best Moveset for Solgaleo (PvP & PvE)
- Top Tips for Winning the Solgaleo Raid
- Final Thoughts
Solgaleo Raid Overview
- Type: Psychic / Steel
- Max CP: 4570
- Attack: 255
- Defense: 191
- Stamina: 264
- Shiny Available: Not yet (as of July 2025)
- Weather Boost: Windy (Psychic) or Snow (Steel)
Solgaleo Resistances and Strengths
Solgaleo’s dual typing gives it strong defensive coverage:
- Double resistance to: Poison, Psychic
- Single resistance to: Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Rock, Steel
These resistances make many standard attackers ineffective, so avoid using these types.
Solgaleo Weaknesses
Solgaleo is vulnerable to the following types:
- Dark
- Fire
- Ghost
- Ground
Build your raid team around these types to take advantage of its limited weaknesses.
Best Solgaleo Raid Counters
Bring the strongest Mega or Shadow Pokémon you have—these are the most effective counters:
| Pokémon | Fast Move | Charged Move | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Charizard Y/X | Fire Spin | Blast Burn | Fire |
| Mega Blaziken | Fire Spin | Blast Burn | Fire |
| Primal Groudon | Mud Shot | Precipice Blades | Ground |
| Dawn Wings Necrozma | Shadow Claw | Moongeist Beam | Ghost |
| Mega Gengar | Lick | Shadow Ball | Ghost |
| Mega Tyranitar | Bite | Brutal Swing | Dark |
| Shadow Chandelure | Fire Spin | Shadow Ball | Ghost/Fire |
| Shadow Heatran | Fire Spin | Magma Storm | Fire |
| Hydreigon | Bite | Brutal Swing | Dark |
| Giratina (Origin) | Shadow Claw | Shadow Ball | Ghost |
| Garchomp | Mud Shot | Earth Power | Ground |
| Reshiram | Fire Fang | Fusion Flare | Fire |
💡 Pro Tip: Mega and Shadow Pokémon dramatically increase your team’s damage. Use them whenever possible.
Solgaleo Raid Moveset Breakdown
Fast Moves:
- Fire Spin (Fire)
- Zen Headbutt (Psychic)
Charged Moves:
- Flamethrower (Fire)
- Iron Head (Steel)
- Psychic Fangs (Psychic)
- Solar Beam (Grass)
Watch Out for These Threats
Solgaleo’s coverage makes it unpredictable:
- Flamethrower destroys Grass and Steel types
- Solar Beam can hit Ground, Rock, or Water types hard
- Psychic Fangs reduces defense and pressures shields
- Iron Head is dangerous for Rock and Fairy Pokémon
100% IV CPs (Perfect Catch Values)
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- Level 20 (No Weather Boost): 2310 CP
- Level 25 (Windy/Snow Boost): 2887 CP
If you see these CP values, congrats—you’ve caught a perfect Solgaleo!
How Many Trainers Are Needed?
- Minimum: 2 expert-level trainers with optimized teams
- Recommended: 4–6 high-level trainers for a smoother run
- Solo: Not possible—Solgaleo’s bulk is too much to handle alone
Best Moveset for Solgaleo (PvP & PvE)
PvP (Ultra League):
Fire Spin + Psychic Fangs + Iron Head
- Great balance of shield pressure, defense drop, and reliable Steel-type damage.
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PvE:
Zen Headbutt + Solar Beam
(Solgaleo isn’t a top raid attacker, but can be used in niche situations.)
Top Tips for Winning the Solgaleo Raid
- Bring a Mega: Mega Charizard Y, Mega Blaziken, or Mega Gengar are top picks
- Monitor the Weather: Windy and Snow weather boost Solgaleo’s CP, but also strengthen your Ghost, Fire, and Ground counters
- Remote Raids: Use apps or local Discords to join groups if lobbies are scarce
- Catching Tips: Use Golden Razz Berries and curveball throws. Wait for the attack animation to finish before throwing
- Fusion Bonus: A high-IV Solgaleo is valuable for future Dusk Mane Necrozma fusion—note: shiny and IVs come from Necrozma, not Solgaleo
❗ Note: Solgaleo cannot be shiny in raids as of July 2025.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re chasing a perfect Solgaleo, prepping for Dusk Mane Necrozma, or just want to dominate a tough raid, this is the perfect time to jump in.
Power up your counters, find a strong team, and get ready to let the sun lion roar!
