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Pokémon: Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Weather Effects

By
Vincent Lau

This page explains the effects of weather during battle.

Introduced in Pokémon Gold and Silver, battles can be subject to varying weather conditions, depending on the moves/abilities of the Pokémon and where they’re fighting (for instance, a location that’s heavily snowing may have constant Hail).

The effects of weather will apply to all Pokémon in battle. Only one weather condition can be present at one time. If a Pokémon’s move or Ability changes the weather, it will replace the previous weather condition.

Types of Weather and their Effects

Although some of these weather conditions can seem simple at first glance, like many things in Pokémon, there’s some additional complexity…

Intense Sun

Triggered by: Sunny Day, Drought

Effects:

  • The power of Fire-type moves increases to 2x.
  • The power of Water-moves is reduced to 0.5x.
  • Solar Beam/Blade do not require charging.
  • Thunder and Hurricane have reduced accuracy.
  • Synthesis, Morning Sun and Moonlight are strengthened.

Rain

Triggered by: Rain Dance, Drizzle

Effects:

  • The power of Water-type moves increases to 2x.
  • The power of Fire-moves is reduced to 0.5x.
  • Thunder and Hurricane have 100% accuracy.
  • Synthesis, Morning Sun and Moonlight are weakened.

Hail

Triggered by: Hail, Snow Warning

Effects:

  • Non Ice-types suffer residual damage.
  • Blizzard has 100% accuracy.
  • Synthesis, Morning Sun and Moonlight are weakened.

Sandstorm

Triggered by: Sandstorm, Sand Stream

Effects:

  • Non Rock, Ground and Steel-types suffer residual damage.
  • Rock-types gain 50% extra Special Defense.
  • Synthesis, Morning Sun and Moonlight are weakened.
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Guide Information
  • Publisher
    Pokemon Company International
  • Platforms,
    Switch
  • Genre
    RPG
  • Guide Release
    29 October 2021
  • Last Updated
    23 April 2022
    Version History
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This strategy guide for Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl contains all the information Pokémon trainers will need to complete the game and catch every single Pokémon!

In this remake of the classic Pokémon Diamond & Pearl, you’ll journey through the mystical Sinnoh region to become a Pokémon master. Along the way, you’ll confront the scheming Team Galactic and witness the awesome power of the Legendary Dialga or Palkia.

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  • A complete walkthrough of the main story and postgame.
  • A full guide for Super Contest Shows.
    • How to cook the best quality Poffins.
  • Explanation of advanced mechanics, such as IVs and EVs.
  • A detailed Sinnoh region Pokédex.

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