The December 2024 raid schedule for Pokemon GO brings exciting opportunities for trainers to challenge and catch powerful new Pokemon. From the mighty Giratina to special Mega evolutions of Latias and Latios, there’s something for everyone this month. Let’s break down everything you need to know about the entire Pokemon GO December 2024 raid schedule and all its bosses here.
Pokemon GO Current Raid Bosses (December 2024)
This month features a diverse lineup of raid bosses across different difficulty tiers. Whether you’re a solo player or part of a dedicated raid group, you’ll find challenges suited to your level.
5-Star Legendary Raids
The spotlight is on some powerful 5-Star Legendary Pokemon this month:
| Pokemon | Dates | Shiny Available |
|---|---|---|
| Genesect (Chill Drive) | December 3 – 12 | Yes |
 Mega Latios |
December 12 – 19 | Yes |
 Mega Latias |
December 19 – 26 | Yes |
 Giratina (Altered Forme) |
December 26 – January 4 | Yes |
Pokemon GO Mega Raids
Mega Raids offer a chance to earn Mega Energy and catch powerful Pokemon that can undergo Mega Evolution:
| Pokemon | Dates | Shiny Available |
|---|---|---|
 Mega Banette |
December 3 – 12 | Yes |
Mega Latios |
December 12 – 19 | Yes |
Mega Latias |
December 19 – 26 | Yes |
 Mega Abomasnow |
December 26 – January 4 | Yes |
1-Star and 3-Star Raids
Lower-tier raids are perfect for solo players or small groups:
3-Star Raids:
- Galarian Mr. Mime
- Hisuian Braviary
- Bombirdier
1-Star Raids:
- Male Frillish
- Female Frillish
- Sinistea
Max Battles
Max Raids bring a new challenge with Dynamax Pokemon appearing in different periods:
| Pokemon | Dates |
|---|---|
| Machop, Beldum, Wooloo, Falinks | December 3 – 9 |
| Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, Krabby, Skwovet | December 9 – 23 |
| Krabby, Cryogonal, Grookey, Scorbunny, Sobble | December 23 – January 6 |
Pokemon GO Raid Hour Schedule
Every Wednesday from 6 PM to 7 PM local time, special Raid Hours feature specific 5-Star bosses:
| Date | Featured Pokemon | Shiny Available |
|---|---|---|
| December 4 |  Genesect (Chill Drive) |
Yes |
| December 11 | Genesect (Chill Drive) |
Yes |
| December 18 | Mega Latios |
Yes |
| December 25 | Mega Latias |
Yes |
Pokemon GO Max Mondays
Special Max Raid encounters occur every Monday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time:
| Date | Featured Pokemon |
|---|---|
| December 2 |  Squirtle |
| December 9 |  Krabby |
| December 16 |  Charmander |
| December 23 |  Cryogonal |
| December 30 |  Bulbasaur |
What are Pokemon GO Raids and How to Participate
Raids are special battles where you team up with other trainers to defeat powerful Pokemon. They appear at gyms throughout the day from 10 AM to 10 PM local time. To participate, you will need a Raid Pass, which you can get for free by spinning gym photo discs daily or purchasing from the shop.
For remote participation, you can use Remote Raid Passes to join raids from any location. After defeating a raid boss, you will get a chance to catch it using Premier Balls. The number of Premier Balls you receive depends on various factors, including damage dealt, team contribution, gym control, and friendship level with other participants.
To maximize your chances of catching raid bosses, use Golden Razz Berries and aim for excellent curveball throws. Whether you’re hunting for powerful legendary Pokemon or searching for that perfect shiny, December’s raid schedule offers plenty of opportunities for you.