Cash 5 Results
On Sunday night, May 17, 2026, the Cash 5 draw in North Carolina brought 03 08 31 35 38 back after days away. Given an expected cadence of 1 in 962,598 draws, this interval places the result well beyond typical spacing and makes it a meaningful entry for long-term distribution tracking.
Winning numbers for 1 draw on May 17, 2026 in North Carolina.
Draw times: Evening.
Our take on the Cash 5 results
May 17, 2026Cash 5 report — Sunday night, May 17, 2026: 03 08 31 35 38 shows a notable pattern
On Sunday night, May 17, 2026, the Cash 5 draw in North Carolina brought 03 08 31 35 38 back after days away. Given an expected cadence of 1 in 962,598 draws, this interval places the result well beyond typical spacing and makes it a meaningful entry for long-term distribution tracking.
Overview
On Sunday night, May 17, 2026, the Cash 5 draw in North Carolina brought 03 08 31 35 38 back after days away. Given an expected cadence of 1 in 962,598 draws, this interval places the result well beyond typical spacing and makes it a meaningful entry for long-term distribution tracking.
Combo Profile
As a number pattern, 03 08 31 35 38 uses 5 distinct numbers and a wide spread from 3 to 38.
Why Droughts Matter
A long drought is descriptive rather than predictive. It records variance across time and helps analysts evaluate whether outcomes are tracking within expected frequency bands or drifting into the tails of the distribution.
Data Notes
This analysis uses the draw results recorded for Sunday night, May 17, 2026 and compares them against the observed historical cadence for the game. This is descriptive, based on frequency tracking - not predictive modeling.
From Stepzero
Stepzero focuses on documenting distribution behavior over large samples. Each report is a snapshot of observed outcomes, designed to support disciplined, long-term analysis.
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 measurement matters most when viewed across extended windows. As samples expand, the distribution becomes clearer and anomalies settle into their expected ranges.
Adding to the Long-Term Record
Across the long-term record, this return adds a new point to the dataset to the cumulative record. Long-horizon stability comes from accumulation.
Draw Results
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.