Rowlet is taking center stage in Pokémon Go’s Spotlight Hour, and players are asking the big question: can this adorable Grass- and Flying-type owl appear in its shiny form? Here’s what trainers need to know before the event begins.
Since Rowlet is a starter Pokémon, it’ll likely have its shiny form debut during a Community Day. With the Chespin Community Day in January 2023, we’ve only started getting into Community Days for the Kalos region starters, meaning that Alolan starters are probably ways out.
All that being said, if you manage to find a Rowlet with high stats, consider holding on to it for a while before you evolve it. Evolving it into its final form, Decidueye, during its eventual Community Day will likely teach it the very powerful move Frenzy Plant, which is worth having.
Pokémon is about catching ’em all, and in Pokémon Go, that means catching every variant, including rare shiny versions of Pokémon. Every Tuesday in Pokémon Go, players will see a specific Pokémon spawning more frequently during Spotlight Hour, which runs from 6 p.m. to 6:59 p.m. local time. Spotlight Hour is your chance to load up on candy, a chance for high CP Pokémon, and, if you’re lucky, a shiny Pokémon.
Are shiny rates boosted during Spotlight Hour?
Shiny rates are not increased during Spotlight Hour. The event only boosts the number of Pokémon appearing in the wild, making it easier to find and catch that specific species. If a Pokémon’s shiny form is available in the game, players still face the usual odds of encountering one, which are the same as outside of Spotlight Hour.
Shiny rates do not appear to be boosted during Spotlight Hours, based on data gathered by Pokémon community The Silph Road. However, the sheer number of Pokémon that spawn during the hourlong weekly event will give you an improved chance of clicking on a random shiny. The more Pokémon you click on, the more opportunity you have to catch a shiny Pokémon.
What can I do to attract more shiny Pokémon?
To boost your chances of finding a shiny Pokémon, focus on increasing encounter rates during Spotlight Hour by catching as many Rowlet as possible within the event time. Use items like Incense and Lure Modules to attract more spawns, and make sure you’re moving through areas with high Pokémon activity. Shiny odds remain the same for everyone, but consistent participation in events and frequent encounters are the best ways to improve your luck.
Not much, unfortunately. It appears to be random chance. Shiny Pokémon catch rates are set by developer Niantic, and they are typically only boosted during special events like Community Days or Safari Zones, or in Legendary Raids. There are no consumable items that boost shiny Pokémon rates.
Where can I find a list of available shiny Pokémon?
You can check the full list of shiny Pokémon available in Pokémon Go on the official Niantic support website or through trusted community sources like The Silph Road and Serebii. These platforms keep updated databases showing which species can appear as shiny, including event-specific releases and regional exclusives. This helps players track recent additions and confirm whether rare finds like a shiny Rowlet are currently obtainable.
When is the next Rowlet Spotlight Hour scheduled
No confirmed next Rowlet Spotlight Hour is scheduled as of February 2026, based on recent schedules.
Past events featured Rowlet on dates like March 14, 2023 (with 2x Evolution XP) and October 29, 2024 (Halloween costume variant with Froakie and 2x Catch Candy).
Current Schedule
Spotlight Hours occur every Tuesday from 6-7 PM local time, featuring different Pokémon weekly.
Recent February 2026 listings mention Luvdisc (Feb 11, 2x Catch Stardust), Inkay (Feb 18, 2x Catch XP), and others like Snivy/Tepig/Oshawott (Feb 25), but no Rowlet.
Check in-game news or sites like Pokémon GO Hub for real-time updates, as schedules rotate without fixed repeats.
What Pokémon is featured in the February 3 2026 Spotlight Hour
Whismur is the featured Pokémon for the February 3, 2026 Spotlight Hour.
It runs from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time with a 2x Catch Candy bonus.
Event Details
Whismur spawns much more frequently during this hour, boosting chances for encounters, including its Shiny form (pale pink variant, odds ~1/512).
This fits the standard Tuesday schedule, following no Rowlet event in February.
Check in-game news for last-minute changes, as Niantic occasionally adjusts.
