Powerball and Pick 3 Day Results May 16, 2026

NC Lottery Results for May 16, 2026

The North Carolina Lottery offers a variety of draw games that provide players with the chance to win big. Here's a look at the results from Saturday, May 16, 2026, for each game.

Powerball Winning Numbers

For the Powerball drawing on May 16, the winning numbers were:

• Main numbers: 08-37-40-44-65
• Powerball: 18
• Power Play: 3

Players who matched these numbers can check their tickets and see if they are winners. For more information on payouts and previous drawings, you can visit the official lottery website.

Pick 3 Winning Numbers

The Pick 3 results for the day and evening draws were as follows:

• Day: 6-2-0, Fireball: 2
• Evening: 3-2-2, Fireball: 3

These numbers represent the winning combinations for the day and evening sessions. If you have a ticket matching any of these, be sure to check it carefully.

Pick 4 Winning Numbers

The Pick 4 results for the day and evening draws were:

• Day: 2-8-2-9, Fireball: 0
• Evening: 7-9-7-5, Fireball: 3

These numbers are the winning combinations for the respective sessions. Players should verify their tickets against these numbers to see if they have won.

Cash 5 Winning Numbers

The Cash 5 winning numbers for May 16 were:

• 09-31-36-38-39

This game is known for its relatively simple format and high chances of winning, making it a popular choice among players.

Double Play Winning Numbers

The Double Play results for the same date were:

• 01-27-34-37-41

This game offers additional opportunities for players to win by matching both the main numbers and the bonus number.

Millionaire for Life Winning Numbers

The winning numbers for the Millionaire for Life game were:

• Main numbers: 07-17-24-38-45
• Bonus: 04

This game provides players with the chance to win a life-changing prize, making it one of the most anticipated games in the lottery lineup.

How to Claim Your Prize

If you believe you have a winning ticket, there are several ways to claim your prize:

• Prizes up to $599 can be redeemed at any North Carolina Lottery retailer.
• Prizes over $599 require a different process. Winners can submit their tickets through the mail or in person at a North Carolina Lottery Office.

Mail-In Claims

To claim a prize by mail, send the following to:

North Carolina Education Lottery
P.O. Box 41606
Raleigh, NC 27629

Include: - A completed prize claim form - Your signed lottery ticket - Copies of a government-issued photo ID - A copy of your social security card

Note: Prizes less than $600 do not require copies of a photo ID or social security card.

In-Person Claims

For in-person claims, bring the following to any of the regional offices:

• A signed lottery ticket
• A completed prize claim form
• A government-issued photo ID
• A copy of your social security card

Here are the locations and hours for each office:

• Asheville Regional Office & Claim Center:
  16-G Regent Park Blvd., Asheville, NC 28806
  Phone: 877-625-6886 press #1
  Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
  Can cash prizes up to $99,999

• Greensboro Regional Office & Claim Center:
  20A Oak Branch Drive, Greensboro, NC 27407
  Phone: 877-625-6886 press #2
  Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
  Can cash prizes up to $99,999

• Charlotte Regional Office & Claim Center:
  5029-A West W. T. Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28269-1861
  Phone: 877-625-6886 press #3
  Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
  Can cash prizes up to $99,999

• NC Lottery Headquarters (Raleigh Claim Center & Regional Office):
  2728 Capital Blvd., Suite 144, Raleigh, NC 27604
  Phone: 877-625-6886 press #4
  Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
  Can cash prizes of any amount

• Greenville Regional Office & Claim Center:
  2790 Dickinson Avenue, Suite A, Greenville, NC 27834
  Phone: 877-625-6886 press #5
  Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
  Can cash prizes up to $99,999

• Wilmington Regional Office & Claim Center:
  123 North Cardinal Drive Extension, Suite 140, Wilmington, NC 28405
  Phone: 877-625-6886 press #6
  Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
  Can cash prizes up to $99,999

When Are the Drawings Held?

The North Carolina Lottery holds regular drawings for its games. Here are the times for each game:

• Powerball: 10:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
• Mega Millions: 11 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday
• Lucky for Life: 10:38 p.m. daily
• Pick 3, 4: 3:00 p.m. and 11:22 p.m. daily
• Cash 5: 11:22 p.m. daily
• Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. daily

For more information on past results and payouts, visit https://nclottery.com/.