Pokémon GO history · #0305
Lairon in Pokémon GO.
Every recorded Lairon raid run in Pokémon GO with its dates and tier, and when its Shiny arrived.
Shiny release
The first Shiny in the Aron family appeared on January 23, 2018.
- Aron
- Aggron by encounter; Mega Aggron
- Lairon by encounter; Shadow
Raid history
| Dates | Raid | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 30 to Oct 7, 2025 | 3-star | Steel Skyline |
| Jan 24 to Feb 6, 2025 | 3-star | Regular rotation |
| Sep 16 to Sep 22, 2022 | 3-star | Test Your Mettle |
| Jun 7 to Jun 16, 2022 | 3-star | Regular rotation |
Common questions.
Can Lairon be Shiny in Pokémon GO?
Yes. The first Shiny in the Aron family appeared in Pokémon GO on January 23, 2018.
When was Lairon last a raid boss in Pokémon GO?
Lairon was last in 3-star raids from September 30, 2025 to October 7, 2025.
What kind of raids has Lairon appeared in?
Lairon has appeared in 3-star raids, first on June 7, 2022.