Dynamax Magmar will make its debut in Pokémon GO on Monday, August 3, 2026, during the Max Monday event, starting from 6:00 a.m. local time. It will continue to be at Power Spots until 9:00 p.m. local time. You can also evolve Dynamax Magmar to get its evolution, Dynamax Magmortar.
Furthermore, Dynamax Magmar will be available for the rest of the week until Sunday, August 9, 10:00 p.m. local time. It is one of the new Dynamax Pokémon to debut in Pokémon GO during the Forever Forward Season of Pokémon GO.
Please note, you cannot engage in Max Battles at any Power Spot between 9:00 p.m. and 5:59 a.m. local time. Additionally, Dynamax Magmar is expected to be at Tier 3 Power Spots, costing 400 Max Particles (MP) per battle. Remote raiding Dynamax Magmar is not recommended, as it will cost both 400 MP and a Remote Raid Pass.
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Dynamax Magmar Max Monday Bonuses
The following bonuses are available during the Max Monday Max Battles.
Power Spots will refresh more frequently.
Additional Power Spots will be active compared to the rest of the week.
Max Battles will rotate to feature different Dynamax Pokémon.
Trainers can now earn one Rare Candy XL for completing in-person Max Battles.
Dynamax Magmar Counters
This is a Fire-type Pokémon that is weak to Pokémon with Ground-, Rock-, or Water-type attacks. Therefore, max attackers with Ground-, Rock-, or Water-type attacks are the strongest options to exploit Magmar’s weaknesses.
The following are the recommended counters to have in your battle party.
Defender/Healer: Dynamax Blissey with Pound as Fast Attack and any attack as a Charged Attack.
Attacker/Tanker: Gigantamax Blastoise with Water Gun as Fast Attack and Hydro Cannon as its Charged Attack.
Attacker: Gigantamax Inteleon with Water Gun as Fast Attack and Hydro Cannon as its Charged Attack.
Remember, Dynamax Magmar will be in Three-Star Max Battles, so most Trainers with a few powered-up Dynamax Pokémon should be able to defeat it comfortably.
If you don’t have the exact ideal counters, make sure you prioritize Dynamax Pokémon with Water-, Ground-, or Rock-type Max Moves first as your attackers. Examples of these include:
Dynamax Inteleon with Water Gun as a Fast Attack and Hydro Cannon as a Charged Attack.
Dynamax Gigalith with Smack Down as a Fast Attack and Meteor Beam as a Charged Attack.
Recommended Tips for Dynamax Magmar Max Monday
Dynamax Magmar battles shouldn’t be difficult for those who use the recommended counters. However, if you need to pay close attention to the battle, follow these guidelines:
Max Moves: Using the right counters with the right attacks is not enough. You also need to level up their max moves. Level up Max Guard and Max Spirit for the Defender/Healer, and level up Max Attack for the attackers. All should be at least at level 2.
Max Energy: During the normal battle phase, ensure you dodge Magmar’s charged attacks when possible. Focus on generating Max Energy quickly, then use the energy during the Dynamaxing phase to heal (Max Spirit), guard (Max Guard), or attack (Max Attack).
Battle with Friends: If you don’t have the recommended counters or the resources to level up their max moves, plan your battles with friends who can help.
Rewards
You will get rewarded after you complete each Max Battle. One of the rewards is an encounter with Dynamax Magmar. If you are lucky, the encounter can be shiny!
Look out for its distinct alternate coloring: a shiny Magmar swaps its usual bright orange body for a lighter, more vibrant pinkish-magenta hue.
If you encounter a Dynamax Magmar that has a combat Power of 1367 CP, that is a perfect one (i.e., hundo). If shiny, that’s a shundo.
How to Evolve Dynamax Magmar into Dynamax Magmortar
Just like its standard counterpart in Pokémon GO, evolving Dynamax Magmar requires a bit of dedication. To get Dynamax Magmortar, you will need to:
Use a Sinnoh Stone.
Earn 100 Magmar Candy.
Once you meet these requirements, you can evolve your Dynamax Magmar, allowing you to use a powerful Dynamax Magmortar in future Max Battles! The best moveset for Dynamax Magmortar is Karate Chop as a Fast Attack and Fire Punch as a Charged Attack.
Max Monday events offer an incredible opportunity to secure powerful new additions like Dynamax Magmar, farm rare resources, and prepare your roster for high-tier challenges.
By bringing the right Ground-, Rock-, or Water-type counters, coordinating with friends, and maximizing your moves, you will easily conquer this event and be fully prepared to evolve your catch into a formidable Dynamax Magmortar.
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