Pokémon GO December 2026 Spotlight Hour Schedule

Niantic has announced the Pokémon GO December 2026 Spotlight Hour schedule, featuring a lineup of exciting Pokémon and useful bonuses. Each Tuesday evening from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time, a different Pokémon will appear in increased spawns alongside a rotating bonus. Here is the complete December 2026 schedule and our recommendations for making the most of each hour.

December 2026 Spotlight Hour Schedule

Date	Featured Pokémon	Bonus
December 2	Snivy	2x Catch XP
December 9	Tepig	2x Catch Stardust
December 16	Oshawott	2x Catch Candy
December 23	Swirlix	2x Transfer Candy
December 30	Joltik	2x Evolution XP

Best Spotlight Hours to Prioritize

December 9 (Tepig with 2x Catch Stardust) is the most valuable hour for resource farming. Stock up on Star Pieces before this event to maximize Stardust gains. December 16 (Oshawott with 2x Catch Candy) is excellent for players looking to power up Unova starters or save Candy for future Community Day evolutions.

Shiny Hunting Opportunities

All five featured Pokémon have their shiny forms released in Pokémon GO. Snivy’s shiny form (green and yellow) is especially striking. Spotlight Hours boost spawn rates significantly, making them one of the best times to hunt for shinies. With increased spawns for the full hour, you may encounter dozens of each Pokémon.

Preparation Tips

Clear your Pokémon Storage before each Spotlight Hour to maximize catches. Use Incense and Lure Modules to supplement spawns. For Stardust-focused hours (December 9), activate a Star Piece before the event starts. For Candy-focused hours (December 16), use a Mega Pokémon of the same type to earn bonus Candy per catch.

For more December events, check our Community Day predictions and event calendar.

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