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    Rayquaza

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    Rayquaza is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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    Rayquaza is a Legendary Dragon and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Dragon and Flying-type Pokémon, Rayquaza is especially weak against Ice-type moves, and weak against Dragon, Fairy, and Rock-type moves.

    Rayquaza's maximum Combat Power stat is 4336 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Dragon Tail and Dragon Ascent. Rayquaza encounters are boosted during Windy weather. Shiny Rayquaza is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP4336 CP
    Attack284 ATK
    Defense170 DEF
    Stamina213 HP
    Buddy distance20 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Rayquaza Type Chart

    Rayquaza takes increased damage from:Rayquaza takes increased damage from:
    +156.0%
    • Ice
    +60.0%
    • Dragon
    • Fairy
    • Rock
    Rayquaza takes reduced damage from:Rayquaza takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Bug
    • Fighting
    • Fire
    • Water
    -60.9%
    • Grass
    • Ground

    Rayquaza's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerS TierExternal Link#19
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderCan't defend a Gym
    Dragon Dragon-type Attacker
    Dragon Tail / Breaking Swipe    		A+ TierExternal Link#13
    Flying Flying-type Attacker
    Air Slash / Dragon Ascent    		S TierExternal Link#2

    Rayquaza's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Rayquaza's best moveset is Dragon Tail and Dragon Ascent, with 19.67 DPS (damage per second) and 386.7 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Windy weather.
    • DPS19.67
    • TDO386.75
    • Weather
      • windy
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.DragonDragon Tail FlyingDragon Ascent 19.67386.717.6
        2.FlyingAir Slash FlyingDragon Ascent 18.73368.316.8
        3.DragonDragon Tail DragonBreaking Swipe *17.16337.315.3
        4.DragonDragon Tail DragonOutrage 16.04315.414.4
        5.FlyingAir Slash DragonBreaking Swipe *15.94313.514.3
        6.FlyingAir Slash DragonOutrage 15.16298.013.5
        7.DragonDragon Tail FlyingHurricane *14.93293.413.3
        8.DragonDragon Tail FlyingAerial Ace 14.20279.212.7
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        Pokédex informationMore information

        The following chart shows Rayquaza's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Rayquaza's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

        Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Rayquaza has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Fast Attacks

        • DragonDragon TailDamage14Energy8Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Dragon Tail
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage14
          Energy8
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage13
          Energy9

          Effects
          Dragon Tail has no special effects.
          See Dragon Tail details page ↗
        • FlyingAir SlashDamage12Energy8Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Air Slash
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FightingFighting
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage12
          Energy8
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage9
          Energy9

          Effects
          Air Slash has no special effects.
          See Air Slash details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • FlyingAerial AceDamage55Energy33Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Aerial Ace
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FightingFighting
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage55
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window2.0s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage55
          Energy40

          Effects
          Aerial Ace has no special effects.
          See Aerial Ace details page ↗
        • RockAncient PowerDamage70Energy33Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Ancient Power
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • BugBug
            • FireFire
            • IceIce
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • GroundGround
            • SteelSteel
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage70
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window2.9s - 3.1s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage60
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Ancient Power has a 10.0% chance to:

          • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
          • Increase User's Defense by 25.0%
          See Ancient Power details page ↗
        • FlyingHurricane *Damage105Energy100Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Hurricane
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FightingFighting
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage105
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window1.0s - 2.2s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage110
          Energy65

          Effects
          Hurricane has no special effects.
          See Hurricane details page ↗
        • DragonOutrageDamage110Energy50Duration4.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Outrage
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage110
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration4.0s
          Damage window2.6s - 3.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage110
          Energy60

          Effects
          Outrage has no special effects.
          See Outrage details page ↗
        • DragonBreaking Swipe *Damage45Energy33Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Breaking Swipe
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage45
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.5s - 0.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage50
          Energy35

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Breaking Swipe has a 50.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
          See Breaking Swipe details page ↗
        • FlyingDragon AscentDamage140Energy50Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Dragon Ascent
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FightingFighting
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage140
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window3.3s - 3.4s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage150
          Energy70

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Dragon Ascent has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease User's Defense by 20.0%
          See Dragon Ascent details page ↗

        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Rayquaza's has 4336 max CP (at Level 50). A Rayquaza obtained from Raids can be encountered from 2102 CP to 2191 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 2627 CP to 2739 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Rayquaza can be found in the 1576 CP to 1643 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP4336 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch1576 CP - 1643 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs2102 CP - 2191 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids2102 CP - 2191 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        2627 CP - 2739 CP
        Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        InfoMore information
        • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
        • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

        Rayquaza Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        154 CP2170 CP3285 CP
        4401 CP5517 CP6633 CP
        7748 CP8864 CP9980 CP
        101096 CP111205 CP121315 CP
        131424 CP141534 CP151643 CP
        161753 CP171862 CP181972 CP
        192082 CP202191 CP212301 CP
        222410 CP232520 CP242630 CP
        252739 CP262849 CP272958 CP
        283068 CP293178 CP303287 CP
        313342 CP323397 CP333451 CP
        343506 CP353561 CP363616 CP
        373671 CP383725 CP393780 CP
        403835 CP413884 CP423933 CP
        433982 CP444031 CP454081 CP
        464132 CP474182 CP484233 CP
        494284 CP504336 CP

        Rayquaza evolution chart

        Family
        PokémonRequiresEvolution
        Thumbnail image of RayquazaRayquaza
        • 400 / 80 Mega Energy400 / 80 Mega Energy
        		Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega RayquazaMega Pokémon iconMega Rayquaza
        • Rayquaza can Mega evolve into Mega Rayquaza. Evolving Mega Rayquaza costs 400 Mega energy the first time, and 80 energy every other time.

        Rayquaza family

        A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Rayquaza in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

        Official artwork of RayquazaRayquaza
        Mega Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Mega RayquazaMega Rayquaza

        Rayquaza in the meta

        Rayquaza in the meta

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        Mega Pokémon that boost Rayquaza

        Photobomb

        A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Rayquaza's Dragon and Flying-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Rayquaza.

        Dragon Dragon

        Flying Flying

        Pokédex informationMore information

        Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

        Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

        Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
        • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Rayquaza in Pokémon GO is 1.67%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 4.21% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 6.25%.

        CogConfigure
                  NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                  No Berry
                  		-1.67%1.92%2.50%3.07%
                  Curve2.83%3.25%4.21%5.17%
                  Razz BerryRazz Berry
                  		-2.50%2.87%3.73%4.58%
                  Curve4.21%4.83%6.25%7.65%
                  Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                  		- 2.99%3.43%4.46%5.47%
                  Curve5.03%5.77%7.46%9.11%
                  Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                  		- 4.13%4.74%6.13%7.51%
                  Curve6.92%7.92%10.20%12.43%
                  InfoMore information

                  Catch probability with multiple throws

                  In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Rayquaza, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                  To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                  Catch rate formula

                  Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                  • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                  • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                  There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                  Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                  Catch rate multipliers

                  The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                  MultiplierAmount
                  Razz Berry1.5
                  Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                  Golden Razz Berry2.5
                  Curveball1.7
                  Nice Throw1.15
                  Great Throw1.5
                  Excellent Throw1.85
                  PokéBall1.0
                  Premier Ball1.0
                  Great Ball1.5
                  Ultra Ball2.0
                  Bronze medal1.1
                  Silver medal1.2
                  Gold medal1.3

                  Pokédex information

                  Hoenn
                  Pokédex Number#384
                  Height7.01 m
                  Weight206.5 kg
                  RegionGeneration 3
                  Can be tradedAllowed
                  Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                  Base Catch Rate2%
                  Base Flee Rate0%
                  Catch rewards
                  Candy3
                  Stardust100
                  Additional Move Cost
                  Candy100
                  Stardust100000
                  Mega Energy reward
                  For walking as a Buddy
                  Candy100 Mega Energy

                  Size information

                  XXSXSMXLXXL
                  Rayquaza scaled to 2.2705294117647057x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Rayquaza scaled to 2.3117647058823527x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Rayquaza scaled to 4.373529411764705x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmRayquaza scaled to 6.435294117647059x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Rayquaza scaled to 6.641470588235295x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)
                  3.43 m3.51 m7.01 m10.52 m10.87 m

                  Rayquaza's height ranges from 3.43 m to 10.87 m, with the average being 7.01 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

                  Size bounds

                  This table shows the size bounds of Rayquaza in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

                  SizeLower boundUpper bound
                  XXS3.4349 m3.505 m
                  11′03″11′06″
                  XS3.505 m7.01 m
                  11′06″22′12″
                  M5.2575 m8.7625 m
                  17′03″28′09″
                  XL8.7625 m10.515 m
                  28′09″34′06″
                  XXL10.515 m10.8655 m
                  34′06″35′08″

                  Encounter data

                  Movement typeMOVEMENT_FLYING
                  Movement Timer11s
                  Jump Time2s
                  Attack Probability10.0%
                  Attack Timer20s
                  Dodge Probability15.0%
                  Dodge Duration0.0s
                  Dodge Distance0.5
                  Min Action Frequency1s
                  Max Action Frequency2s

                  Rayquaza Pokédex entries

                  Hoenn
                  VersionsPokédex entry
                  RubyRAYQUAZA lived for hundreds of millions of years in the earth’s ozone layer, never descending to the ground. This POKéMON appears to feed on water and particles in the atmosphere.
                  SapphireRAYQUAZA is said to have lived for hundreds of millions of years in the earth’s ozone layer, above the clouds. Its existence had been completely unknown because it lived so high in the sky.
                  EmeraldA POKéMON that flies endlessly in the ozone layer. It is said it would descend to the ground if KYOGRE and GROUDON were to fight.
                  FireRed, LeafGreenIt has lived for hundreds of millions of years in the ozone layer. Its flying form looks like a meteor.
                  Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2It lives in the ozone layer far above the clouds and cannot be seen from the ground.
                  HeartGold, SoulSilverIt flies in the ozone layer, way up high in the sky. Until recently, no one had ever seen it.
                  XIt lives in the ozone layer far above the clouds and cannot be seen from the ground.
                  YIt flies in the ozone layer, way up high in the sky. Until recently, no one had ever seen it.
                  Omega RubyRayquaza is said to have lived for hundreds of millions of years. Legends remain of how it put to rest the clash between Kyogre and Groudon.
                  Alpha SapphireIt flies forever through the ozone layer, consuming meteoroids for sustenance. The many meteoroids in its body provide the energy it needs to Mega Evolve.

                  Sprites

                  Photobomb

                  Regular and Shiny Rayquaza

                  Rayquaza high resolution sprites

                  A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Rayquaza. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                  Wallpaper

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                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  What are Rayquaza’s strengths and weaknesses?

                  As a Dragon and Flying-type Pokémon, Rayquaza is especially weak against Ice-type moves, and weak against Dragon, Fairy, and Rock-type moves.

                  What are the best moves for Rayquaza in Pokémon GO?

                  The best moves for Rayquaza in Pokémon GO are Dragon Tail and Dragon Ascent. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 19.672 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 386.749.

                  How does Rayquaza perform in Raids?

                  Rayquaza is an S-Tier Raid attacker, known for its high damage and versatility. Ranks #19 as a Raid attacker.

                  How does Rayquaza rank as a Dragon-type attacker?

                  Rayquaza is an A+ Tier Dragon-type attacker, ranking at number #13 and performing very well in most scenarios and a great choice for trainers.

                  How does Rayquaza rank as a Flying-type attacker?

                  Rayquaza is an S-Tier Flying-type attacker, ranking at number #2 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

                  What Mega Pokémon boost Rayquaza?

                  The following Mega Pokémon boost Rayquaza: Mega Ampharos, Mega Sceptile, Mega Altaria, Mega Salamence, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, Mega Garchomp, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Salamence, and Mega Rayquaza.

                  What is Rayquaza’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

                  Rayquaza’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3835 CP and 4336 CP at Level 50.

                  Can Rayquaza be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                  Rayquaza can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                  Can Rayquaza Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                  Rayquaza cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.