Raichu Weaknesses
Raichu takes double damage from these attack types — lead with them in any Raichu matchup.
Raichu Resistances
Avoid these attack types — Raichu takes reduced damage from them.
Best Raichu Counters
The strongest attackers among the types that hit Raichu for 2× damage. Pick the game you're playing to only see Pokémon you can actually get:
Your Party vs Raichu
Your party is empty — add some Pokémon! Open any Pokémon's page and tap ♥ Add to Party (and star up to 4 of its moves), then come back to see exactly which of your Pokémon — and which attack — beats Raichu.
Raichu Weakness Q&A
- What is Raichu weak to?
- Raichu takes extra damage from Ground (2×) type attacks.
- What attacks does Raichu resist?
- Raichu takes reduced damage from Flying (½×), Steel (½×), and Electric (½×) type attacks.
- What is the best counter to Raichu?
- Strong Ground attackers like Groudon, Rhyperior, and Ursaluna beat Raichu — their attacks hit it for 2× damage.