Squirtle in Pokémon GO
By Matt · Updated Quick answer
Squirtle is Water type, so it's weak to Electric and Grass.
What is Squirtle weak to?
Squirtle is Water type, so it takes extra damage from Electric and Grass attacks.
Defending Squirtle 
Water
Water Hits it hard
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Electric160% damage 1.6× -
Grass160% damage 1.6×
Bounces off
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Fire62.5% damage -
Ice62.5% damage -
Steel62.5% damage - Water62.5% damage
Leave Fire, Ice, Steel and Water attackers at home: Squirtle resists them.
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What is Squirtle weak to in Pokémon GO?
Squirtle is Water type. It's weak to Electric and Grass. It resists Fire, Ice, Steel and Water.
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