Mega Millions Mega Ball #8
Updated May 20, 2026
Detailed frequency analysis and historical data for mega ball 8.
Frequency
77
Rank #14 of 24
Hot/Cold
Warm
Score: 88
Overdue
9
draws since last seen
Gap Analysis
32.33
avg gap (min 1, max 194)
Number Analysis
Number 8 as a Mega Ball has appeared 76 times across 2,490 Mega Millions draws, placing it at rank 14 out of 24 bonus numbers with a 3.1% frequency. It currently holds a warm classification but has not appeared in 34 draws, a stretch that exceeds its historical average gap of 32 draws. Its longest recorded absence reached 194 draws, one of the more extended gaps among bonus numbers in this dataset. Based on available data, number 8 sits in the lower-middle tier of Mega Ball frequency, and its current 34-draw gap places it at the outer edge of its typical appearance interval.
Recent Appearances
Frequently Asked Questions
How often does Mega Ball 8 appear in Mega Millions?
The frequency of Mega Ball 8 varies over time. Check the stats grid above for the exact count and percentage based on all historical Mega Millions draws. The frequency rank shows how this number compares to all other bonus numbers.
Is Mega Ball 8 a hot or cold number in Mega Millions?
Hot and cold classifications are based on a weighted score combining recent, medium-term, and all-time frequency. The classification shown above reflects the current status. This changes as new draws occur and is updated daily.
When was Mega Ball 8 last drawn in Mega Millions?
The "Recent Appearances" section below shows the last 10 draws containing this number, including exact dates and the full set of winning numbers for each draw.
Does the frequency of Mega Ball 8 predict future Mega Millions results?
No. Each Mega Millions drawing is an independent random event. Historical frequency data is interesting for analysis but has no predictive power over future outcomes. Every number has an equal probability of being drawn regardless of past frequency.
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