Pokemon GO raid bosses for May 2025: Full schedule and how to participate | Esports News
Pokemon GO’s raid battles remain a core feature for trainers looking to strengthen their teams. May 2025 brings a fresh rotation of raid bosses, including Mega Evolutions, Legendary Pokemon, and Dynamax encounters. Here’s everything you need to know to plan your raids this month.
Pokemon GO raid boss schedule for May 2025
This month’s raids feature a mix of returning favorites and rare encounters. Below is the complete breakdown of available bosses across all tiers.
Pokemon GO 5-star raid boss schedule (May 2025)
These Legendary raids rotate every few weeks, offering high-tier Pokemon with a chance to encounter their shiny variants.
| Pokemon | Dates | Shiny Available |
|---|---|---|
| Tapu Fini | May 1 – May 12 | Yes |
| Uxie (Asia-Pacific) | May 12 – May 25 | Yes |
| Mesprit (Europe, Middle East, Africa, India) | May 12 – May 25 | Yes |
| Azelf (Americas & Greenland) | May 12 – May 25 | Yes |
| Tapu Bulu | May 25 – June 3 | Yes |
Pokemon GO 3-star raid boss schedule (May 2025)
These mid-tier raids feature stronger Pokemon that can be soloed with the right counters. – Alolan Muk* – Charizard* – Metagross* – Floragato*
Pokemon GO 1-star raid boss schedule (May 2025)
Ideal for beginners, these raids offer common but useful Pokemon. – Chansey* – Rockruff* – Pikachu*
Pokemon GO Mega raid boss schedule (May 2025)
Mega Evolutions return with powerful bonuses for your team.
| Pokemon | Dates | Shiny Available |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Houndoom | May 1 – May 12 | Yes |
| Mega Gyarados | May 12 – May 25 | Yes |
| Mega Altaria | May 25 – June 3 | Yes |
Pokemon GO Max raid boss schedule (May 2025)
Dynamax Pokemon continue their rotation during the Might and Mastery season.
| Pokemon | Dates | Shiny Available |
|---|---|---|
| Bulbasaur* | May 5 – May 12 | Yes |
| Falinks* | May 12 – May 19 & May 26 – June 2 | Yes |
| Squirtle* | May 19 – May 26 | Yes |
Pokemon GO Max Monday schedule (May 2025)
Every Monday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time, select Power Spots host Dynamax raids: – May 12: Gastly* – May 19: Sableye* – May 26: Rookidee*
Pokemon GO Raid hour schedule (May 2025)
| Pokemon | Dates | Shiny Available |
|---|---|---|
| Tapu Fini | May 7 | Yes |
| Uxie (Asia-Pacific) | May 14 & 21 | Yes |
| Mesprit (EMEA/India) | May 14 & 21 | Yes |
| Azelf (Americas/Greenland) | May 14 & 21 | Yes |
| Tapu Bulu | May 28 | Yes |
When do raid hours take place in Pokemon Go?
Raid Hours occur every Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time. During this hour, nearly all active gyms feature the current 5-star raid boss, making it the best opportunity to catch Legendaries.Also read: Pokemon GO Shadow Raid boss schedule (May 2025)May 2025’s raid lineup offers plenty of opportunities to expand your collection. Whether you’re hunting shinies or building a competitive team, mark your calendar for these encounters.
