08-05-2025
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- Time of India
Pokemon GO raid bosses for May 2025: Full schedule and how to participate
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Pokemon GO raid boss schedule for May 2025
Pokemon GO 5-star raid boss schedule (May 2025)
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)
Pokemon GO 1-star raid boss schedule (May 2025)
Pokemon GO Mega raid boss schedule (May 2025)
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)
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)
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?
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's raids feature a mix of returning favorites and rare encounters. Below is the complete breakdown of available bosses across all Legendary raids rotate every few weeks, offering high-tier Pokemon with a chance to encounter their shiny mid-tier raids feature stronger Pokemon that can be soloed with the right counters.- Alolan Muk*- Charizard*- Metagross*- Floragato*Ideal for beginners, these raids offer common but useful Pokemon.- Chansey*- Rockruff*- Pikachu*Mega Evolutions return with powerful bonuses for your Pokemon continue their rotation during the Might and Mastery 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*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 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.