
| Max CP | 4,625 |
| Generation | Alola (Gen 7) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Solgaleo is a Psychic/Steel-type Pokémon from Alola (Generation 7) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,625 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Solgaleo has base stats of 255 Attack, 191 Defense, and 264 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 710.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 255, Solgaleo is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.
In Windy weather, Solgaleo receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Solgaleo is 20km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zen Headbutt STAB | Psychic | 12 | +10 | 10.9 | - | - | - |
| Fire Spin | Fire | 14 | +10 | 12.7 | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Head STAB | Steel | 60 | -50 | - | 70 | -50 |
| Psychic Fangs | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Solar Beam | Grass | 180 | -100 | - | 150 | -80 |
| Flamethrower | Fire | 70 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
Solgaleo takes increased damage from these types:
Solgaleo takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Solgaleo in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 2 |
| Dark | 285 | 198 | 172 | 4,278 |
| 3 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 4 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 5 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 6 |
| Dragon Ghost | 266 | 170 | 204 | 4,041 |
| 7 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 8 |
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
| 9 |
| Ghost Poison | 261 | 149 | 155 | 3,292 |
| 10 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 7 | 14 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 11 | 11 | 14 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 8 | 15 | 14 | 1,499 |
| 4 | 0 | 12 | 9 | 14 | 1,498 |
| 5 | 0 | 15 | 5 | 14 | 1,498 |
| 6 | 0 | 9 | 13 | 14 | 1,498 |
| 7 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 14 | 1,500 |
| 8 | 1 | 11 | 9 | 14 | 1,500 |
| 9 | 1 | 14 | 5 | 14 | 1,500 |
| 10 | 1 | 8 | 13 | 14 | 1,500 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 14 | 23 | 2,498 |
| 2 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 23 | 2,500 |
| 3 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 23 | 2,500 |
| 4 | 0 | 13 | 14 | 23 | 2,492 |
| 5 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 23 | 2,496 |
| 6 | 0 | 14 | 13 | 23 | 2,494 |
| 7 | 1 | 12 | 14 | 23 | 2,496 |
| 8 | 1 | 12 | 15 | 23 | 2,500 |
| 9 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 23 | 2,491 |
| 10 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 23 | 2,495 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
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) | 3,465 | 1,732 | 2,310 | 2,887 | 4,042 | 4,583 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 3,459 | 1,729 | 2,305 | 2,882 | 4,035 | 4,575 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 3,457 | 1,728 | 2,304 | 2,880 | 4,032 | 4,572 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 3,438 | 1,719 | 2,291 | 2,864 | 4,010 | 4,547 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 3,436 | 1,718 | 2,290 | 2,863 | 4,008 | 4,545 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 3,410 | 1,705 | 2,273 | 2,842 | 3,978 | 4,511 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 3,383 | 1,691 | 2,255 | 2,819 | 3,947 | 4,475 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 3,401 | 1,700 | 2,267 | 2,834 | 3,967 | 4,498 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 3,329 | 1,664 | 2,219 | 2,774 | 3,884 | 4,404 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 3,065 | 1,532 | 2,043 | 2,554 | 3,576 | 4,054 |
Important CP values for Solgaleo with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 4,583 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 4,042 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 2,219 - 2,310 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,774 - 2,887 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 2,219 - 2,310 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,664 - 1,732 CP |
Maximum CP for Solgaleo with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 57 | 26 | 4,042 |
| 2 | 4,042 | 27 | 4,042 |
| 3 | 4,042 | 28 | 4,042 |
| 4 | 4,042 | 29 | 4,042 |
| 5 | 545 | 30 | 3,465 |
| 6 | 4,042 | 31 | 4,042 |
| 7 | 4,042 | 32 | 4,042 |
| 8 | 4,042 | 33 | 4,042 |
| 9 | 4,042 | 34 | 4,042 |
| 10 | 1,155 | 35 | 3,754 |
| 11 | 4,042 | 36 | 4,042 |
| 12 | 4,042 | 37 | 4,042 |
| 13 | 4,042 | 38 | 4,042 |
| 14 | 4,042 | 39 | 4,042 |
| 15 | 1,732 | 40 | 4,042 |
| 16 | 4,042 | 41 | 4,042 |
| 17 | 4,042 | 42 | 4,042 |
| 18 | 4,042 | 43 | 4,042 |
| 19 | 4,042 | 44 | 4,042 |
| 20 | 2,310 | 45 | 4,323 |
| 21 | 4,042 | 46 | 4,042 |
| 22 | 4,042 | 47 | 4,042 |
| 23 | 4,042 | 48 | 4,042 |
| 24 | 4,042 | 49 | 4,042 |
| 25 | 2,887 | 50 | 4,583 |
Solgaleo (#791) is a Psychic/Steel-type Pokémon from the Alola region (Generation 7) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,625 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Solgaleo is one of the most powerful Pokémon in the game. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Solgaleo in 2026.
As a Legendary Pokémon, Solgaleo is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It can be obtained through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, and GO Battle League rewards at Rank 20+. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.
Solgaleo's Attack stat is 255 (Elite). This is among the highest in the game, making Solgaleo an elite attacker for raids and gym battles.
With 191 Defense (Excellent) and 264 Stamina (Elite), the total stat product is 710. This gives Solgaleo reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Psychic-type Pokémon, Solgaleo's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Solgaleo depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Zen Headbutt (Fast) with Iron Head (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. Solgaleo has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.
With 4,583 CP at Level 50, Solgaleo is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Solgaleo appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Ghost, Dark, Fire-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Solgaleo at Level 20 (2,219 - 2,310 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,774 - 2,887 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,310 CP.
Solgaleo is a Legendary Pokémon obtainable through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, GO Battle League rewards (Rank 20+), and special event distributions. Check the current events for raid availability.
Solgaleo is part of a 4-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.
Shiny Solgaleo is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.
Solgaleo gets a weather boost in Windy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,774 - 2,887 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
Q: What is Solgaleo's max CP?
A: 4,583 CP at Level 50, or 4,042 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Solgaleo good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Solgaleo be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Solgaleo weak to?
A: Ghost, Dark, Fire, Ground-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Zen Headbutt + Iron Head for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.