Solgaleo in Pokémon Go: Raid Battle dates, times, weakness and counters

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As a dedicated Pokémon enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share the news that the legendary Solgaleo from Pokémon Sun is joining raids in Pokémon Go! Don’t miss this opportunity to add this iconic figure to your collection!

This Psychic/Steel Pokemon might not excel at Gym battles, but it shines in player versus player encounters, making it a valuable asset to have in your collection.

Here’s a more casual and conversational way to convey the same information: “Let’s walk you through everything about battling Solgaleo, from when you can find it in Raids, its vulnerabilities, and the most effective strategies to defeat it.

When is Solgaleo available in Pokémon Go Raid Battles?

Starting on Tuesday, 8th July 2025, and continuing through to Monday, 14th July 2025 (up to 10am local time), you can acquire Solgaleo in Pokémon Go Raids.

On the 9th of July, from 6pm to 7pm in your local time, you’ll have the optimal opportunity to capture a Solgaleo, as there will be a Solgaleo Raid Hour then.

Of course, to capture it, you’ll need to win against it in a fight first. So, take a look at the guide on battles provided below for your preparation!

Pokémon Go Solgaleo Raid Battle guide

In the world of Pokémon Go, Solgaleo is no pushover; it’s quite sturdy, which aligns with its Steel-type nature. To defeat it promptly, it’s wise to exploit its vulnerabilities effectively.

Pokémon Go Solgaleo Raid Battle weaknesses

When battling against Solgaleo, it’s best to focus on using Pokémon that have powerful moves of the Fire, Ground, Ghost, or Dark types, as Solgaleo is vulnerable to these specific types of attacks.

To inflict significant damage on your opponents, consider employing attacks such as Blast Burn, Shadow Ball, and Earth Power. If you’re fortunate enough to have a legendary Pokemon like Primal Groudon, moves like Precipice Blades will prove even more effective.

On the strategic side, it’s best to steer clear of Pokémon vulnerable to Psychic or Grass-based attacks to minimize the impact of their Zen Headbutt and Solarbeam moves. In other words, you should exclude Water and Fighting-type Pokémon from your team.

Pokémon Go Solgaleo Raid Battle counters

The top Pokémon Go opponents for Solgaleo are Mega Y Charizard, Mega Blaziken, Primal Groudon, Dawn Wings Necrozma, Mega Gengar, and Mega Garchomp. If you have them, Shadow Chandelure and Shadow Heatran can also be effective alternatives.

No need to stress if you don’t have specific Pokémon; you can still defeat Solgaleo effectively when you and your team employ Fire, Ground, Ghost, or Dark-type attacks.

It’s also important to remember that Fire and Ground-type moves become stronger when the weather is sunny, providing an opportunity for you to make the most of this during those delightful sunny days in summer.

If you find yourself in a tight spot without many options and lack powerful Pokémon that exploit Solgaleo’s vulnerabilities, don’t worry! You can still make progress by using a strong Pokémon of another type. Just ensure it isn’t one that is weak against Grass or Psychic types to maintain an advantage in the battle.

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2025-07-08 20:04