Take 5 Number #18
Updated May 26, 2026
Detailed frequency analysis and historical data for number 18.
Frequency
1663
Rank #2 of 39
Hot/Cold
Hot
Score: 1687
Overdue
20
draws since last seen
Gap Analysis
7.44
avg gap (min 1, max 46)
Number Analysis
Number 18 is the second most frequently drawn number in the Take 5 dataset, appearing 1,651 times across 12,278 draws for a 13.4% rate. It is currently hot, last drawn just 2 draws ago, consistent with its brisk historical average gap of 7 draws — one of only a few numbers in the pool averaging below 8. Its longest recorded absence is 46 draws, the shortest maximum gap in the full dataset, suggesting historically the most uninterrupted appearance cadence of any number in Take 5. In past draws, number 18's top pairing partner is number 31, having appeared together 200 times.
Most Common Pairings with #18
Numbers that appear most often alongside number 18.
Recent Appearances
Frequently Asked Questions
How often does main number 18 appear in Take 5?
The frequency of main number 18 varies over time. Check the stats grid above for the exact count and percentage based on all historical Take 5 draws. The frequency rank shows how this number compares to all other main numbers.
Is main number 18 a hot or cold number in Take 5?
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 main number 18 last drawn in Take 5?
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 main number 18 predict future Take 5 results?
No. Each Take 5 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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