How to make it Rain

Discover how to make it rain in Pokémon Legends: Z-A! Learn tips and tricks for changing weather, including checking the horizon and time of day, to catch Goomy and evolve Sliggoo.

Alright, so you're trying to get it to rain in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, huh? It can be a bit tricky since there's no direct button for it, but don't worry, I've got a few tricks up my sleeve that should help you out.

First off, you can't just *force* it to rain whenever you want. It's more about working with the game's systems. One of the main ways to influence the weather is by changing the time of day at a bench. When you do this, the game essentially regenerates the world, and that can sometimes bring on new weather patterns, including rain. So, it's worth trying this if you're desperate!

Another neat trick is to just look at the horizon. Seriously! You can often see what kind of weather is rolling in by checking the sky. Look for darker rain clouds or sunny spells moving across the landscape. Some spots are better for this than others, like the Tower in Wild Zone 3 – it gives you a great vantage point to see what weather is on its way.

Also, keep an eye on the map. There's usually a weather icon that can give you a heads-up on what's coming. It’s like a little heads-up display for the sky!

Now, here's something interesting: it seems like you can only catch Goomy while it's raining, and you also need rain to evolve Sliggoo. Plus, there's a side quest called 'Let It Rain, Let It Pour' that requires rainy conditions. So yeah, getting that rain to show up is pretty important for a few things!

Based on what I've seen, it feels like rain might happen about once an hour per play session. It seems to cycle through other weather types before settling on rain. If you're playing more organically, just keep this in mind. When you notice the world's lighting changing, that might be a good indicator that rain is on its way.

Quick heads-up: When it *does* finally rain, don't dawdle! Our recordings show it only lasts for about 5 minutes, though that can vary a bit depending on how much time you spend in menus or paused. So, be ready to act fast and get whatever you need done while the weather's right!