Although EuroMillions is ultimately a game of chance, many players believe that studying patterns and trends can inform smarter number selections. While every number should theoretically appear the same number of times if draws ran to infinity, the reality of a finite draw history means some numbers come up more often than others. That irregularity is what makes statistics so interesting to explore.
This page covers everything from individual number frequencies to the most common pairs, Lucky Star data, and overdue numbers. All statistics are based on official EuroMillions draw results and are updated regularly to reflect the latest draws.
How many draws are included?
The statistics on this page cover all EuroMillions draws from the first draw in February 2004 through to the most recently completed draw. The total number of draws included is displayed alongside each data set so you always know exactly how current the figures are.
Understanding the draw history: key rule changes
Before reading the statistics, it helps to understand how EuroMillions has changed over the years. Rule changes affect how frequently numbers are drawn and can make direct comparisons across different periods misleading.
- February 2004: EuroMillions launches with draws every Friday. Players pick 5 main numbers from 1–50 and 2 Lucky Stars from 1–9.
- May 2011: A second weekly draw is added on Tuesdays, significantly increasing the total number of draws per year. The Lucky Star pool expands from 9 to 11.
- September 2016: The Lucky Star pool expands again, from 11 to 12, changing the odds for Lucky Star combinations.
These changes mean that numbers drawn during the post-2011 period have had roughly twice as many opportunities to appear compared to those from the early Friday-only era. Where possible, use the draw period filters described below to view statistics within a consistent rule set.
Draw period filters
To get the most relevant data for your analysis, you can view statistics broken down by the following draw periods:
- All draws (Feb 2004–present): The full historical data set across every rule era.
- Feb 2004–May 2011: Friday-only draws, Lucky Stars from 1–9.
- May 2011–Sep 2016: Tuesday and Friday draws introduced, Lucky Stars from 1–11.
- Sep 2016–present: Current format, Lucky Stars from 1–12.
Filtering by period is especially useful if you want to study number behaviour under the current rules, rather than having early draws dilute the picture.
Why Use Statistics?
Many players rely on intuition, lucky numbers, or important dates. Others prefer a more analytical approach. EuroMillions statistics allow you to:
- Identify hot numbers that have been drawn frequently and may be on a streak.
- Spot cold numbers that are statistically overdue based on the law of averages.
- Find number pairs and triplets that tend to appear together.
- Build a selection that reflects actual draw behaviour rather than pure guesswork.
- Understand Lucky Star patterns separately from the main ball draw.
There is no guaranteed method to win EuroMillions. But choosing a data-informed strategy adds an element of control and structure to your number selection.
Main ball frequency table (numbers 1–50)
The table below shows how many times each main ball number has been drawn across all EuroMillions draws. Numbers are listed from 1 to 50, with their total draw count shown alongside. This is the foundation of any frequency-based strategy.
Note: This table is updated after each draw. Check the “last updated” date shown above the table to confirm you are viewing the latest data.
- Numbers drawn most frequently are highlighted as hot numbers.
- Numbers drawn least frequently appear at the bottom of the cold numbers ranking.
- Frequency counts reflect all draws from February 2004 unless a specific period filter is applied.
How to read the frequency table
Each row shows a main ball number (1–50), the total number of times it has been drawn, and its percentage share of all possible appearances. A higher percentage indicates a number that comes up more than average. A lower percentage points to a cold number that may be statistically due.
Lucky Star frequency table (numbers 1–12)
Lucky Stars are drawn separately from the main balls and have their own distinct frequency pattern. The current pool runs from 1 to 12, though this was not always the case (see the rule changes section above). The table below shows how often each Lucky Star number has appeared across all draws in the current format.
- Lucky Stars 1–9 have a longer draw history, dating back to 2004.
- Lucky Stars 10 and 11 entered the pool in May 2011.
- Lucky Star 12 was added in September 2016.
When analysing Lucky Star frequency, it is worth filtering by the current draw period (Sep 2016–present) to get a fair comparison, since newer Lucky Stars have had fewer opportunities to appear.
Numbers appeared in the last draws
| Numbers | 10 draws | 25 draws | 50 draws | 100 draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 11 |
| 3 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 9 |
| 4 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 12 |
| 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 7 |
| 7 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 14 |
| 8 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 12 |
| 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 8 |
| 10 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 11 |
| 11 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 13 |
| 12 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 10 |
| 13 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 11 |
| 14 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| 15 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 12 |
| 16 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 17 |
| 17 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 8 |
| 18 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 12 |
| 19 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 |
| 20 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 11 |
| 21 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 6 |
| 22 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 9 |
| 23 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 10 |
| 24 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 10 |
| 25 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 10 |
| 26 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| 27 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 8 |
| 28 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| 29 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 16 |
| 30 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 9 |
| 31 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 9 |
| 32 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
| 33 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 12 |
| 34 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 12 |
| 35 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 14 |
| 36 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 11 |
| 37 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 10 |
| 38 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| 39 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 10 |
| 40 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| 41 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 13 |
| 42 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 10 |
| 43 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| 44 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 11 |
| 45 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 10 |
| 46 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 12 |
| 47 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 12 |
| 48 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 9 |
| 49 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 11 |
| 50 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 8 |
Stars appeared in recent draws
| Stars | 10 draws | 25 draws | 50 draws | 100 draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 21 |
| 2 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 12 |
| 3 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 16 |
| 4 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 19 |
| 5 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 15 |
| 6 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 17 |
| 7 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 18 |
| 8 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 21 |
| 9 | 1 | 7 | 12 | 17 |
| 10 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 17 |
| 11 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 9 |
| 12 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 16 |
Most common numbers
The numbers below are the most frequently drawn main balls across all EuroMillions draws. Players who follow a hot-number strategy tend to include some or all of these in their selection.
Top 10 most drawn main balls
Based on all draws from February 2004 to the present, the following numbers have appeared most often. Each number is listed with its total draw count:
- The most frequently drawn number, with its total appearances.
- Second most frequent, and so on through the top 10.
The exact counts update after every draw. Visit this page after each Tuesday and Friday draw to see the latest rankings.
Top 5 most drawn Lucky Stars
Among the 12 Lucky Star numbers, a handful have appeared far more than others. The top five most drawn Lucky Stars are listed here with their draw counts, based on all draws since each number entered the pool.
Least common numbers
Cold numbers are those that have been drawn the least often relative to their expected frequency. Some players prefer these numbers on the basis that they are statistically overdue and more likely to appear in future draws.
Bottom 10 least drawn main balls
The following main ball numbers have appeared the fewest times across all draws. Their draw counts and percentage frequencies are shown so you can compare them directly against the hot numbers above.
Bottom 5 least drawn Lucky Stars
These Lucky Star numbers have the lowest appearance counts. As with the main balls, comparing them against the current-era filter gives a more accurate picture of genuine cold behaviour versus simply being newer additions to the pool.
Most overdue numbers
An overdue number is one that has not appeared in recent draws, regardless of its overall historical frequency. This is different from a cold number. A number can be historically common but still have a long current absence.
Most overdue main balls
The table below lists the main ball numbers that have gone the longest without being drawn, along with the date they last appeared. Players who follow due-number strategies look for balls that are significantly overdue relative to their average gap between appearances.
- Each number’s last drawn date is shown.
- The number of draws since last appearance is calculated automatically.
- Average gap data helps you assess whether a number is genuinely overdue or just within normal variation.
Most overdue Lucky Stars
The same overdue analysis is applied to Lucky Stars below. Given the smaller pool size (1–12), absence streaks for Lucky Stars tend to be shorter, but notable gaps still occur and are worth tracking.
Most common number pairs
Beyond individual number frequency, many players are interested in which numbers appear together most often. A common pair is two main ball numbers that have been drawn in the same result more frequently than chance alone would suggest.
Top 10 most drawn pairs
The table below lists the ten number pairs that have co-appeared most often across all draws. Each pair is shown with its combined appearance count and the percentage of draws in which both numbers appeared together.
Common pairs can be used to anchor a ticket selection. For example, if you plan to include one of the numbers in a top pair, you might also consider including its frequent companion.
Most common triplets
Taking combination analysis one step further, triplet statistics show which three main ball numbers have been drawn together most frequently. This is a more advanced data set and naturally involves lower raw counts than pairs, since three specific numbers co-appearing is a rarer event.
Top 10 most drawn triplets
The most frequently occurring three-number combinations are listed here. These are particularly useful for players building full ticket selections around proven combinations rather than individual numbers.
Consecutive number patterns
Consecutive numbers (such as 7 and 8, or 23, 24, and 25) appear in EuroMillions results more often than many players expect. Analysing how frequently consecutive pairs and triplets come up can help you decide whether to include runs of numbers in your selection.
Most common consecutive pairs
A consecutive pair is any two adjacent numbers drawn in the same result. The data below shows which consecutive pairs have appeared most often and how frequently consecutive pairs appear in results generally.
Most common consecutive triplets
Consecutive triplets (three numbers in a row) are rarer but do occur. The list below shows the most common three-number runs seen across all draws, along with their appearance counts.
Even and odd number analysis
Another useful angle is the balance between even and odd numbers in each draw. Statistically, a mix of both is far more common than an all-even or all-odd result.
- All-odd results (five odd numbers drawn) occur in a small percentage of draws.
- All-even results are similarly rare.
- The most common split is three odd and two even, or two odd and three even.
If you prefer to build statistically balanced tickets, choosing a mix of odd and even numbers is supported by the historical draw data. Selecting all-odd or all-even combinations is not impossible, but history suggests it is an uncommon outcome.
Number frequency visualisation
The frequency table data is also presented as a bar chart showing all 50 main ball numbers ranked by how often they have been drawn. This makes it easy to spot clusters of frequently drawn numbers, identify outliers, and compare hot and cold numbers at a glance without reading through the full table.
A separate chart displays Lucky Star frequency across numbers 1–12. Both charts update automatically when the statistics tables are refreshed.
Hot and cold number strategies: which should you use?
The two most popular data-driven strategies are based directly on the frequency and overdue data above.
Playing hot numbers
Hot numbers have been drawn more than average. The idea is that a number on a streak may continue to appear. This is sometimes called the gambler’s hot hand belief. While there is no mathematical basis for a number continuing a streak, some players find comfort in selecting numbers with a proven track record of appearing.
Playing cold numbers
Cold and overdue numbers are those that appear less than average or have not appeared for a long time. The logic here draws on the law of large numbers: over a long enough sequence, all numbers should converge toward the same frequency. Players who favour cold numbers believe the gap will eventually close, making an underrepresented number more likely to appear soon.
Mixing strategies
Many players combine both approaches, selecting a few hot numbers, a few cold numbers, and adding personally meaningful digits. This creates a balanced ticket that has both historical support and personal significance. Others rely entirely on random quick picks, which is a perfectly valid approach given the random nature of the draw.
Jackpot history and winner statistics
For context alongside the frequency data, it is worth knowing how jackpots have been won across different countries. EuroMillions operates across multiple participating nations, and jackpot wins are not evenly distributed. France, the UK, and Spain have historically produced the most jackpot winners, partly due to higher ticket sales volumes in those countries.
Full jackpot history data, including the size of each winning jackpot and the country where the winning ticket was sold, is available in our dedicated results and jackpot history section.
How to Use the Data
Here are some ways players typically use statistics:
- Build combinations using the most frequent numbers.
- Avoid duplicates by checking if a number has recently appeared.
- Use a mix of hot and cold numbers for balance.
- Choose Lucky Stars based on their own draw history.
- Study trends before Superdraws or special events.
Some players also create or download systems to automatically generate combinations based on number weights and historical performance.
A Word of Caution
While statistics provide interesting insights, it’s important to remember that every draw is independent. No number is more likely to appear in the next draw just because it hasn’t shown up recently. The use of statistics should be seen as an entertainment tool rather than a strategy for guaranteed success.
Final thoughts on using EuroMillions statistics
Statistics are a tool, not a guarantee. Every EuroMillions draw is independent, and past results have no bearing on future outcomes from a pure probability standpoint. No number is ever truly “due,” and no pair is ever guaranteed to repeat. What statistics do offer is a structured way to make selections, a sense of engagement with the data, and a more informed approach than purely random choice.
Whether you follow the hot numbers, back the cold ones, or build your ticket around common pairs and triplets, the data here gives you the full picture. Update your strategy after each draw, apply the period filters to focus on the current rule era, and enjoy the process of finding patterns in one of Europe’s biggest lotteries.
