Cash 5 Results
On Sunday night, May 31, 2026, the Cash 5 draw in North Carolina brought 04 12 17 26 35 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 31, 2026 in North Carolina.
Draw times: Evening.
Our take on the Cash 5 results
May 31, 2026Cash 5 report — Sunday night, May 31, 2026: 04 12 17 26 35 shows a notable pattern
On Sunday night, May 31, 2026, the Cash 5 draw in North Carolina brought 04 12 17 26 35 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 31, 2026, the Cash 5 draw in North Carolina brought 04 12 17 26 35 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
Beyond the drought, the numbers show a clean structure: 5 distinct numbers with no repeats, spanning 4 to 35 (wide spread).
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
Results are evaluated against historical frequency baselines where available. The goal is documentation and context rather than prediction.
From Stepzero
Stepzero produces these reports to provide a calm, evidence-first record of how draw patterns unfold over time. The aim is clarity and continuity - a reference point for long-horizon tracking rather than a call to action.
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, 04 12 17 26 35 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.
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.