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May 2, 2023North Carolina

On Tuesday night, May 2, 2023, the Mega Millions draw in North Carolina produced a notable return: 03 15 16 32 41 after days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 12,103,014 draws, the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.

Winning numbers for 1 draw on May 2, 2023 in North Carolina.

Draw times: Evening.

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May 2, 2023

Mega Millions report — Tuesday night, May 2, 2023: 03 15 16 32 41 shows a notable pattern

On Tuesday night, May 2, 2023, the Mega Millions draw in North Carolina produced a notable return: 03 15 16 32 41 after days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 12,103,014 draws, the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.

Overview

On Tuesday night, May 2, 2023, the Mega Millions draw in North Carolina produced a notable return: 03 15 16 32 41 after days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 12,103,014 draws, the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.

Combo Profile

In terms of number structure, this result uses 5 distinct numbers with no repeats present. The range sits at 3 to 41, a wide spread.

Why Droughts Matter

Deep gaps are best read as context, not a signal - they show where spacing departs from typical cadence. They offer context for distribution stability over time.

Data Notes

Specifically: this analysis records outcomes documented for Tuesday night, May 2, 2023 and anchors them against historical cadence. It is intended for context, not forecasting.

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. 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.

Adding to the Long-Term Record

The return of 03 15 16 32 41 expands the archive by one more data point. It is the accumulation of these entries, not a single draw, that defines the reliability of long-horizon analysis.

1Recorded appearances

Draw Results

EveningMay 2, 2023
Results
315163241
Mega Ball
9
Megaplier
2

How to play Mega Millions

North Carolina Mega Millions players select five numbers from 1 through 70 and one Mega Ball from 1 through 24 for the Tuesday and Friday multi-state drawings.

  • Select five numbers from 1 through 70 and one Mega Ball number from 1 through 24, or choose Quick Pick.
  • Confirm the draw date on your ticket and any official multiplier rules in effect for the current game era.
  • Compare your ticket to the official winning numbers after the drawing.