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May 16, 2026New York

On Saturday night, May 16, 2026, the Take 5 draw in New York marked a notable return: 03 12 22 28 33 reappeared in the draw after a -day drought. In a system where combinations should surface roughly once every 1 in 69,090,840 draws, an absence of this length stands out for anyone tracking long-horizon frequency trends.

Winning numbers for 2 draws on May 16, 2026 in New York.

Draw times: Evening, Midday.

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May 16, 2026

Take 5 report — Saturday night, May 16, 2026: 03 12 22 28 33 shows a notable pattern

On Saturday night, May 16, 2026, the Take 5 draw in New York marked a notable return: 03 12 22 28 33 reappeared in the draw after a -day drought. In a system where combinations should surface roughly once every 1 in 69,090,840 draws, an absence of this length stands out for anyone tracking long-horizon frequency trends.

Overview

On Saturday night, May 16, 2026, the Take 5 draw in New York marked a notable return: 03 12 22 28 33 reappeared in the draw after a -day drought. In a system where combinations should surface roughly once every 1 in 69,090,840 draws, an absence of this length stands out for anyone tracking long-horizon frequency trends.

Combo Profile

The numbers in 03 12 22 28 33 cover a wide range (3 to 33) with no repeats.

Why Droughts Matter

Extended absences like this provide context, not direction. They show how randomness behaves across large samples and help analysts quantify how often the system deviates from its baseline cadence.

Data Notes

This report summarizes observed outcomes for Saturday night, May 16, 2026 and interprets them within the long-run distribution record. It does not imply a forecast or recommendation.

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

Distribution analysis depends on consistent documentation. Each draw updates the record, allowing analysts to test whether deviations persist, reverse, or revert to expected ranges. Context improves with scale. As more draws accumulate, isolated anomalies either normalize into baseline rates or reveal persistent deviations that warrant closer monitoring.

Adding to the Long-Term Record

This result adds a measurable entry to the long-term record. Over time, those entries are what sharpen distribution analysis and reveal whether the system is tracking its expected cadence.

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Draw Results

EveningMay 16, 2026
Results
312222833
MiddayMay 16, 2026
Results
424252933

How to play Take 5

Take 5 is drawn twice daily (Midday and Evening). Select 5 numbers from 1 to 39.

  • Select 5 numbers from 1 to 39.
  • Match all 5 numbers for the jackpot (order doesn't matter).