Pokémon Go Spotlight Hour July 2023: Check schedule, how to prepare and more

There's good news for Pokémon Go Trainers, to beat the scorching summer heat of July 2023. They are in for a treat with the upcoming Spotlight Hour picks. While the idea of braving the hot weather may not be appealing to everyone, missing out on the featured Pokémon would be a mistake. This midsummer month brings us Rufflet, Wailmer, Rhyhorn and Yungoos as the stars of the show.

Let's take a look at all the featured Pokémon for the July 2023 Pokémon Go Spotlight Hours, along with their respective event bonuses

Rufflet – July 4, 2023 (6:00 pm–7:00 pm) – Double Stardust for catching Pokémon

Wailmer – July 11, 2023 (6:00 pm–7:00 pm) – Double XP for catching Pokémon
Rhyhorn – July 18, 2023 – (6:00 pm–7:00 pm) – Double Candy for catching Pokémon
Yungoos – July 25, 2023 (6:00 pm–7:00 pm) – Double Candy for Pokémon Transfers

To make the right choices during the Spotlight Hours, prioritize Rufflet and Rhyhorn. Rufflet evolves into the formidable Braviary, great for mid to higher-end Raids, with just 50 Candy. Rhyhorn, with its Spotlight Hour granting double Catch Candy, eases the path to the powerful Rhyperior evolution, requiring 125 Candy and a Sinnoh Stone. While Yungoos and Wailmer have their merits, they may not be as crucial strategically.

How to prepare for Pokémon Go’s July 2023 Spotlight Hours?

It's suggested to empty your Pokémon Storage beforehand and keep PokeStops nearby in mind for extra PokeBalls. This will help you catch more featured Pokémon and boost your Catch Candy or XP farming.

FAQs

Q1:What are Spotlight Hours in Pokémon Go?
They are weekly events that feature a specific Pokémon with double XP, stardust and more.

Q2:When was Pokémon Go launched?
It was launched on July 6, 2016. It is available on both iOS and Android.