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May 16, 2026North Carolina

For the Cash 5 draw on Saturday night, May 16, 2026, 09 31 36 38 39 reappeared after days out of the results for North Carolina. The gap is large relative to 1 in 962,598 draws, placing it deep in the tail.

Winning numbers for 1 draw on May 16, 2026 in North Carolina.

Draw times: Evening.

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May 16, 2026

Cash 5 report — Saturday night, May 16, 2026: 09 31 36 38 39 shows a notable pattern

For the Cash 5 draw on Saturday night, May 16, 2026, 09 31 36 38 39 reappeared after days out of the results for North Carolina. The gap is large relative to 1 in 962,598 draws, placing it deep in the tail.

Overview

For the Cash 5 draw on Saturday night, May 16, 2026, 09 31 36 38 39 reappeared after days out of the results for North Carolina. The gap is large relative to 1 in 962,598 draws, placing it deep in the tail.

Combo Profile

The numbers in 09 31 36 38 39 cover a wide range (9 to 39) with no repeats.

Why Droughts Matter

Droughts do not indicate what will happen next - they simply document what has already occurred. Their value lies in measuring distribution over long horizons and identifying when a combination performs far above or below its expected appearance rate.

Data Notes

The method: this analysis documents the results logged for Saturday night, May 16, 2026 and anchors them against historical cadence. The goal is context, not prediction.

From Stepzero

To be clear: this reporting is designed to keep a calm, evidence-first record as context for disciplined analysis. The priority is accuracy and continuity.

Additional Context

Stability comes from the accumulation of entries. One draw alone does not define the pattern, but the record grows more reliable with each addition to the dataset. Long-horizon tracking is the only reliable way to separate short-term noise from persistent drift. By logging each outcome against its expected cadence, the system builds a distribution profile that becomes more stable as the sample grows.

Adding to the Long-Term Record

With its return, 09 31 36 38 39 contributes another meaningful data point to the historical dataset. Each draw - whether routine or statistically unusual - refines the long-term view of how large random systems behave over time.

1Recorded appearances

Draw Results

EveningMay 16, 2026
Results
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How to play Cash 5

North Carolina Cash 5 is a nightly five-number game where players select five numbers from 1 through 43. Double Play can be added for a second drawing using the same base numbers.

  • Select five numbers from 1 through 43 or choose Quick Pick.
  • Optionally add Double Play and any other official add-ons shown on the play slip.
  • Confirm the nightly draw on your ticket, then compare it to the official results after the drawing.