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Abomasnow
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 2,702 |
| Generation | Sinnoh (Gen 4) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | 😈 Yes |
About Abomasnow
Abomasnow is a Grass/Ice-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,702 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Abomasnow has base stats of 178 Attack, 158 Defense, and 207 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 543.
Abomasnow can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Abomasnow is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.
In Sunny weather, Abomasnow receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Abomasnow is 3km per candy.
🔄 Evolution Chain
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powder Snow STAB | Ice | 6 | +8 | 6.0 | - | - | - |
| Razor Leaf STAB | Grass | 13 | +7 | 13.0 | - | - | - |
| Leafage | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
💥 Charged Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blizzard | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Energy Ball STAB | Grass | 90 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
| Outrage | Dragon | 110 | -50 | - | 110 | -60 |
| Weather Ball Ice | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Icy Wind | - | - | - | - | - | - |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Abomasnow takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Abomasnow takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Abomasnow
Top Pokémon to use when battling Abomasnow in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Kartana
| Grass Steel | 323 | 182 | 139 | 4,206 |
| 2 |
Pheromosa
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 3 |
Blacephalon
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 4 |
Rampardos
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 5 |
Archeops
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 6 |
Rayquaza
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 7 |
Eternatus
| Poison Dragon | 278 | 192 | 268 | 5,067 |
| 8 |
Salamence
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 9 |
Dialga
| Steel Dragon | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 10 |
Reshiram
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
🏆 Abomasnow PvP IV Rankings
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
🟢 Great League (1500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 24 | 1,494 |
| 2 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 24 | 1,498 |
| 3 | 1 | 15 | 14 | 24 | 1,499 |
| 4 | 2 | 15 | 12 | 24 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 0 | 14 | 15 | 24 | 1,489 |
| 6 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 24 | 1,493 |
| 7 | 2 | 12 | 15 | 24 | 1,497 |
| 8 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 24 | 1,490 |
| 9 | 1 | 14 | 14 | 24 | 1,494 |
| 10 | 2 | 13 | 14 | 24 | 1,498 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 50 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,498 |
| 3 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 49 | 2,500 |
| 4 | 3 | 15 | 12 | 50 | 2,494 |
| 5 | 4 | 15 | 15 | 49 | 2,498 |
| 6 | 2 | 15 | 13 | 50 | 2,486 |
| 7 | 2 | 15 | 14 | 50 | 2,492 |
| 8 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,484 |
| 9 | 3 | 14 | 13 | 50 | 2,493 |
| 10 | 3 | 14 | 14 | 50 | 2,498 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Abomasnow IV Chart
Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.
| IVs | Wild L30 | Research L15 | Raid L20 | WB L25 | Max L40 | L50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (15/15/15) | 2,024 | 1,012 | 1,349 | 1,687 | 2,362 | 2,678 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,020 | 1,010 | 1,346 | 1,683 | 2,357 | 2,672 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,019 | 1,009 | 1,345 | 1,682 | 2,355 | 2,670 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,004 | 1,002 | 1,335 | 1,670 | 2,338 | 2,650 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,004 | 1,002 | 1,335 | 1,670 | 2,338 | 2,650 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,983 | 991 | 1,322 | 1,652 | 2,313 | 2,623 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,962 | 981 | 1,308 | 1,635 | 2,289 | 2,596 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,972 | 986 | 1,314 | 1,643 | 2,301 | 2,609 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,921 | 960 | 1,281 | 1,601 | 2,241 | 2,541 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,723 | 861 | 1,148 | 1,436 | 2,010 | 2,279 |
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Abomasnow with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,678 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,362 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,281 - 1,349 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,601 - 1,687 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,281 - 1,349 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 960 - 1,012 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Abomasnow with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 26 | 2,362 |
| 2 | 2,362 | 27 | 2,362 |
| 3 | 2,362 | 28 | 2,362 |
| 4 | 2,362 | 29 | 2,362 |
| 5 | 318 | 30 | 2,024 |
| 6 | 2,362 | 31 | 2,362 |
| 7 | 2,362 | 32 | 2,362 |
| 8 | 2,362 | 33 | 2,362 |
| 9 | 2,362 | 34 | 2,362 |
| 10 | 675 | 35 | 2,193 |
| 11 | 2,362 | 36 | 2,362 |
| 12 | 2,362 | 37 | 2,362 |
| 13 | 2,362 | 38 | 2,362 |
| 14 | 2,362 | 39 | 2,362 |
| 15 | 1,012 | 40 | 2,362 |
| 16 | 2,362 | 41 | 2,362 |
| 17 | 2,362 | 42 | 2,362 |
| 18 | 2,362 | 43 | 2,362 |
| 19 | 2,362 | 44 | 2,362 |
| 20 | 1,349 | 45 | 2,526 |
| 21 | 2,362 | 46 | 2,362 |
| 22 | 2,362 | 47 | 2,362 |
| 23 | 2,362 | 48 | 2,362 |
| 24 | 2,362 | 49 | 2,362 |
| 25 | 1,687 | 50 | 2,678 |
📖 Complete Abomasnow Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Abomasnow (#460) is a Grass/Ice-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,702 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Abomasnow can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Abomasnow in 2026.
📊 Abomasnow Stats Analysis
Abomasnow's Attack stat is 178 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Abomasnow to contribute meaningful damage.
With 158 Defense (Good) and 207 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 543. This gives Abomasnow reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Grass-type Pokémon, Abomasnow's stat distribution is balanced.
⚔️ Best Abomasnow Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Abomasnow depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Powder Snow (Fast) with Blizzard (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.
For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Abomasnow has 3 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from.
🏆 Abomasnow PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Great League (1500 CP)
In Great League, Abomasnow can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Grass/Ice typing provides useful matchups against Water, Electric, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Poison, Flying types.
Ultra League (2500 CP)
In Ultra League, Abomasnow reaches 2,362 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.
Master League
In Master League, Abomasnow faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
💪 Abomasnow Raid Guide & Counters
As a raid attacker, Abomasnow's effectiveness depends on its typing and 178 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Abomasnow use Fire, Poison-type moves.
🎯 How to Get Abomasnow in Pokémon GO
Abomasnow can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Sunny/Clear weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
🔄 Abomasnow Evolution Guide
Abomasnow is part of a 2-stage evolution family:
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
😈 Shadow Abomasnow
Shadow Abomasnow is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Abomasnow's effective Attack becomes ~214. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.
✨ Shiny Abomasnow in Pokémon GO
Shiny Abomasnow is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.
🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy
Abomasnow gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,601 - 1,687 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
- Second Charged Move: Costs 50K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
- Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
- Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.
❓ FAQ About Abomasnow
Q: What is Abomasnow's max CP?
A: 2,678 CP at Level 50, or 2,362 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Abomasnow good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Abomasnow be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Abomasnow is available.
Q: What is Abomasnow weak to?
A: Fire, Poison, Flying, Bug, Fighting, Rock, Steel-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Powder Snow + Blizzard for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.