What is Seadra's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Seadra's maximum CP is 2,394 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Seadra good in Pokémon GO?

Seadra has 187 Attack, 156 Defense, and 146 Stamina. It has niche uses depending on the meta.

Can Seadra be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Seadra is available in Pokémon GO.

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Horsea Goldeen

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Hundo CP Values

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Raids

Lv. 20

1,131 - 1,196 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

1,414 - 1,495 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

2,373 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

1,131 - 1,196 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

848 - 897 CP

Seadra

#117 · Kanto

Water

☁️ Rainy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 187

Defense 156

Stamina 146

Total: 489

Pokémon Info

Max CP	2,394
Generation	Kanto (Gen 1)
Buddy Distance	3km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	😈 Yes

About Seadra

Seadra is a Water-type Pokémon from Kanto (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,394 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Seadra has base stats of 187 Attack, 156 Defense, and 146 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 489.

Seadra can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Seadra is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.

In Rainy weather, Seadra receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Seadra is 3km per candy.

🔄 Evolution Chain

Horsea

#116

→

🍬 25

Seadra

#117

→

🍬 100

Dragon Scale

Kingdra

#230

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Water Gun STAB	Water	5	+5	10.0	-	-	-
Dragon Breath	Dragon	6	+4	12.0	-	-	-

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
Aurora Beam STAB	-	-	-	-	-	-
Dragon Pulse	Dragon	90	-60	-	90	-60
Hydro Pump STAB	-	-	-	-	-	-
Blizzard ELITE STAB	-	-	-	-	-	-

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Seadra takes increased damage from these types:

Electric 1.6×

Grass 1.6×

Resistances

Seadra takes reduced damage from these types:

Fire 0.625×

Water 0.625×

Ice 0.625×

Steel 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Seadra

Top Pokémon to use when battling Seadra in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
2	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
3	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
4	Vikavolt	Bug Electric	254	158	184	3,566
5	Zapdos	Electric Flying	253	185	207	4,035
6	Tapu Koko	Electric Fairy	250	181	172	3,625
7	Regieleki	Electric	250	125	190	3,207
8	Electivire	Electric	249	163	181	3,523
9	Tapu Bulu	Grass Fairy	249	215	172	3,912
10	Roserade	Grass Poison	243	185	155	3,399

🏆 Seadra PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	1	15	14	27	1,498
2	0	15	14	27	1,490
3	0	15	15	27	1,495
4	1	14	14	27	1,493
5	1	14	15	27	1,498
6	2	13	14	27	1,497
7	3	12	14	27	1,500
8	1	15	13	27	1,493
9	2	14	13	27	1,497
10	3	13	13	27	1,500

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	15	15	15	50	2,373

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Seadra 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)	1,794	897	1,196	1,495	2,093	2,373
98% (15/15/14)	1,788	894	1,192	1,490	2,086	2,366
96% (15/14/15)	1,789	894	1,192	1,490	2,087	2,366
93% (14/14/14)	1,774	887	1,183	1,478	2,070	2,347
91% (15/13/13)	1,772	886	1,181	1,477	2,068	2,344
87% (13/13/13)	1,755	877	1,170	1,462	2,047	2,321
82% (12/12/12)	1,735	867	1,157	1,446	2,024	2,295
80% (10/15/15)	1,750	875	1,166	1,458	2,041	2,314
67% (10/10/10)	1,697	848	1,131	1,414	1,980	2,244
0% (0/0/0)	1,510	755	1,007	1,259	1,762	1,998

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Seadra with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	2,373 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	2,093 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	1,131 - 1,196 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	1,414 - 1,495 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	1,131 - 1,196 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	848 - 897 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Seadra with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	29	26	2,093
2	2,093	27	2,093
3	2,093	28	2,093
4	2,093	29	2,093
5	282	30	1,794
6	2,093	31	2,093
7	2,093	32	2,093
8	2,093	33	2,093
9	2,093	34	2,093
10	598	35	1,943
11	2,093	36	2,093
12	2,093	37	2,093
13	2,093	38	2,093
14	2,093	39	2,093
15	897	40	2,093
16	2,093	41	2,093
17	2,093	42	2,093
18	2,093	43	2,093
19	2,093	44	2,093
20	1,196	45	2,238
21	2,093	46	2,093
22	2,093	47	2,093
23	2,093	48	2,093
24	2,093	49	2,093
25	1,495	50	2,373

📖 Complete Seadra Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Seadra (#117) is a Water-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,394 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Seadra can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Seadra in 2026.

📊 Seadra Stats Analysis

Seadra's Attack stat is 187 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Seadra to contribute meaningful damage.

With 156 Defense (Good) and 146 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 489. Trainers should be mindful of Seadra's limited bulk. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Seadra's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Seadra Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Seadra depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Water Gun (Fast) with Aurora Beam (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. Seadra has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Seadra has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.

🏆 Seadra PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Seadra 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 Water typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Water, Ice-type threats while being weak to Electric, Grass types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Seadra reaches 2,093 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.

Master League

In Master League, Seadra faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Seadra Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Seadra's effectiveness depends on its typing and 187 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Seadra use Electric, Grass-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Seadra in Pokémon GO

Seadra can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Rainy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Seadra Evolution Guide

Seadra is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

Horsea (#116)
Seadra (#117) ← current — 25 Candy
Kingdra (#230) — 100 Candy + Dragon Scale

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

😈 Shadow Seadra

Shadow Seadra is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Seadra's effective Attack becomes ~224. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Seadra in Pokémon GO

Shiny Seadra 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

Seadra gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,414 - 1,495 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
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 Seadra

Q: What is Seadra's max CP?
A: 2,373 CP at Level 50, or 2,093 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Seadra good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.

Q: Can Seadra be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Seadra is available.

Q: What is Seadra weak to?
A: Electric, Grass-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Water Gun + Aurora Beam for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

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Updated June 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.