Pokemon GO trainers have the chance to encounter and catch new 5-star, mega and primal Pokemon from raids in August.
In Pokemon GO, 5-star raids offer the chance to team up and tackle powerful Pokemon, often of Legendary or Mythical status. This August, trainers can look forward to fresh opportunities to participate in these exciting 5-star, mega and primal raids.
These events are a highlight of the game, letting trainers work together to take on and potentially catch rare and powerful Pokemon that are hard to find elsewhere. It’s a month filled with opportunities to expand your Pokemon collection and engage in high-level gameplay.
What Are The Pokemon GO 5 Star Raids For August?
Throughout August, trainers will find Regidrago, Cresselia, Xerneas, and Yveltal available at different times for encounters and potential catches.
- Regidrago (July 25th – August 4th)
- Cresselia (August 4th – August 16th)
- Xerneas (August 16th – August 23rd)
- Yveltal (August 16th – August 23rd)
What are the Pokemon GO Mega Raids for August?
In August, trainers will have the chance to encounter Mega Tyranitar, Mega Gyarados, and Mega Salamence in Mega Raids. These powerful raid bosses will become available at different times throughout the month.
- Mega Tyranitar (July 25th – August 4th)
- Mega Gyarados (August 4th – August 16th)
- Mega Salamence (August 16th – August 23rd & August 27th – September 1st)
What are the Pokemon Go Primal Raids for August?
Primal Kyogre and Primal Groudon are making a comeback in Pokemon GO. These powerful Pokemon will once again be featured in Primal Raids. It’s an exciting opportunity for trainers to engage in high-level battles and potentially add these formidable creatures to their collection.
- Primal Kyogre (August 23rd – August 26)
- Primal Groudon (August 23rd – August 26)
What are the Pokemon Go Raid Hours for August?
During August, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time, trainers will see an increase in the number of certain Pokemon featured in Five Star Raids on specific dates.
- Regidrago (August 2nd)
- Cresselia (August 9th)
- Xerneas (August 16th)
- Kyogre (August 23rd)
- Groudon (August 24th)
- Yveltal (August 30th)
For enthusiastic Pokemon fans, there is also a Pokemon Presents event happening in the first week of August.