Garchomp in Pokémon GO
By Matt · Updated Quick answer
Garchomp is Dragon and Ground type, so it's weak to Ice, Dragon and Fairy.
What is Garchomp weak to?
Garchomp is Dragon and Ground type, so it takes extra damage from Ice, Dragon and Fairy attacks. Ice is a double weakness, so it hits hardest.
Defending Garchomp 
Dragon
Ground
DragonGround Hits it hard
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Double weakness Ice256% damage 2.56× - Dragon160% damage 1.6×
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Fairy160% damage 1.6×
Bounces off
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Electric24.4% damage -
Fire62.5% damage -
Poison62.5% damage -
Rock62.5% damage
Leave Electric, Fire, Poison and Rock attackers at home: Garchomp resists them, and Electric barely scratches it.
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FAQ
What is Garchomp weak to in Pokémon GO?
Garchomp is Dragon and Ground type. It's weak to Ice (double weakness), Dragon and Fairy. It resists Electric, Fire, Poison and Rock.
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