Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour Dates and Times for January 2025

Are you ready for the exciting Pokemon GO Spotlight Hours this January? These weekly events present a fantastic opportunity to catch specific Pokémon while earning additional rewards. Each Tuesday evening from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time, players are encouraged to catch as many of the featured Pokémon as possible. This month also offers enticing bonuses like double XP and Stardust, enhancing the overall experience.

This January, trainers can look forward to a variety of interesting Pokémon, including both regular and Hisuian Voltorb, as well as the new Paldean Wooper. Let’s break down the Spotlight Hour events happening this month and explore how you can maximize your rewards.

January 2025 Spotlight Hour Schedule

The upcoming month features four Spotlight Hours, each showcasing unique Pokémon and special bonuses. Here’s a detailed schedule:

Date	Featured Pokémon	Bonus
January 7	Voltorb & Hisuian Voltorb	2× Catch Stardust
January 14	Roselia	2× Catch XP
January 21	Paldean Wooper	2× Catch Candy
January 28	Yungoos	2× Transfer Candy

What Is a Pokemon GO Spotlight Hour and How to Prepare for It

Pokemon GO Spotlight Hours occur every Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in your local time zone. During these hours, select Pokémon spawn more frequently in the wild, and trainers can take advantage of unique bonuses such as doubled XP, Stardust, or Candy.

To ensure you make the most of these Spotlight Hours, follow these preparation steps:

Check Your Item Storage: Ensure you have ample Poké Balls ready for capturing Pokémon. While standard Poké Balls suffice, having a mix of Great and Ultra Balls is beneficial for those more challenging catches.
Clear Your Pokémon Storage: Prioritize clearing space in your Pokémon storage to accommodate the numerous catches you’ll make during the event. It’s wise to transfer any unnecessary Pokémon beforehand.

To maximize your rewards, consider saving special items such as Star Pieces for Stardust bonuses or Lucky Eggs for XP bonuses. Using these items during the Spotlight Hour can significantly boost your returns. Additionally, stocking up on Pinap Berries can help you accumulate extra Candy, while Razz Berries can assist with tougher Pokémon catches.

Pokemon GO Infographic January 2025 — Image Credit: Pokemon GO (via Niantic)

It is important to note that while shiny rates do not increase during these hours, the sheer volume of encounters provides greater opportunities for shiny finds. All featured Pokémon this month are eligible to be shiny, so keep an eye out for those distinctive colors.

Employing Incense or Lure Modules during the event can further elevate your Pokémon encounter rate, allowing for even more catches. These items function as expected during Spotlight Hours.

Spotlight Hours are ideal for accomplishing catch-related research tasks or medals, presenting plenty of chances to catch the same Pokémon species multiple times.

Whether your goal is resource accumulation, shiny hunting, or simply expanding your Pokédex, January’s Pokémon GO Spotlight Hours offer a plentiful opportunity. Be sure to mark these key dates on your calendar and prepare to take full advantage of the exciting events ahead!

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