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May 20, 2026North Carolina

On Wednesday night, May 20, 2026, the Pick 3 draw in North Carolina produced a notable return: 301 after 1193 days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 1,000 draws (~500 days), the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.

Winning numbers for 2 draws on May 20, 2026 in North Carolina.

Draw times: D, Evening.

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May 20, 2026

Pick 3 report — Wednesday night, May 20, 2026: 301 returns after 1,193 days

On Wednesday night, May 20, 2026, the Pick 3 draw in North Carolina produced a notable return: 301 after 1193 days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 1,000 draws (~500 days), the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.

Overview

On Wednesday night, May 20, 2026, the Pick 3 draw in North Carolina produced a notable return: 301 after 1193 days of absence. Against an expected cadence of 1 in 1,000 draws (~500 days), the gap registers as a clear deviation in timing that merits documentation in the historical record.

A Long-Awaited Return

The available record shows 301 returning after 1193 days. That span is long enough to register as a low-frequency outcome even when the exact prior date is not surfaced.

A Subtle Pattern in the Digits

The digit 3 linked both results, appearing in 322 and again in 301. Such overlaps are common in daily pairs, yet they remain useful markers for understanding how repetition clusters across short windows.

Combo Profile

As a digit pattern, 301 uses 3 distinct digits and a moderate spread from 0 to 3.

Why Droughts Matter

Long gaps are context, not forward-looking - they highlight the tail behavior of the system. Their value is in long-horizon tracking.

Data Notes

This report summarizes observed outcomes for Wednesday night, May 20, 2026 and interprets them within the long-run distribution record. It does not imply a forecast or recommendation.

From Stepzero

To be clear: this reporting is shaped to document distribution behavior over time as context for disciplined analysis. The intent is clarity, not prediction.

Adding to the Long-Term Record

Over the long run, 301 adds a fresh entry to the record to the long-horizon record. Stability comes from the growing record, not any one draw.

1193Days since last appearance
ExtremeDrought category
1 in 1,000 draws (~500 days)Expected frequency

Draw Results

DMay 20, 2026
Digits
322
Fireball
3
EveningMay 20, 2026
Digits
301
Fireball
1

How to play Pick 3

North Carolina Pick 3 is a daily digits game with day and evening draws. Players select a three-digit number and can add Fireball for additional winning combinations.

  • Select three digits from 0 through 9 or choose Quick Pick.
  • Choose the day draw, evening draw, or both and select the play type and wager amount.
  • Optionally add Fireball, then compare your ticket to the official draw results.