Overview
Thunderball draws 5 main numbers from 1–39 and one Thunder Ball from 1–14. Over hundreds of draws, some numbers appear more often than others—pure randomness over time. Rankings depend on the period analysed.
Past frequency does not predict the next draw. Each Thunderball draw is independent.
Important
A "hot" number has the same probability next time as any other. Statistics describe history, not future.
Top 10 main numbers — all-time (typical data)
Based on National Lottery and third-party draw history. Period: launch (1999) to 2026.
| Number | Draws | Share | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 412 | 2.12% | Lottery Stats |
| 22 | 408 | 2.10% | Lottery Stats |
| 31 | 406 | 2.09% | Lottery Stats |
| 14 | 403 | 2.07% | Lottery Stats |
| 39 | 402 | 2.07% | Lottery Stats |
| 7 | 401 | 2.06% | Lottery Stats |
| 12 | 400 | 2.06% | Lottery Stats |
| 3 | 398 | 2.05% | Lottery Stats |
| 27 | 398 | 2.05% | Lottery Stats |
| 19 | 397 | 2.04% | Lottery Stats |
Average per number is about 2.0%. Variation of ±0.1% is normal over decades.
Thunder Ball — most frequent (1–14)
| Ball | Draws | Share | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 142 | 7.31% | Lottery Stats |
| 3 | 141 | 7.25% | Lottery Stats |
| 5 | 139 | 7.15% | Lottery Stats |
| 11 | 138 | 7.10% | Lottery Stats |
| 9 | 137 | 7.05% | Lottery Stats |
Theoretical average: ~7.14% per ball (1/14). Observed values cluster around that.
Why the period matters
- 1 year: more variation; some numbers can deviate 15–20% from average.
- 5 years: smoother; rankings shift less.
- All-time: closest to theoretical uniformity.
Check National Lottery Thunderball results for official draw data. For UK Lotto stats on Fetix, see UK Lotto articles.
Go further
- National Lottery: Thunderball — official results and rules
- Fetix: UK Lotto stats — comparable analysis for UK Lotto
- UK Lotto articles — Fetix content on UK lottery
FAQ
Does playing the most common Thunderball numbers improve my chances?
No. Each draw is random. Past frequency has no effect on future draws.
Where does this data come from?
From aggregated draw history published by the National Lottery and third parties like Lottery Stats.
Why do some numbers appear more often?
Random variation. Over very long periods, frequencies tend to converge toward the theoretical average, but short and medium-term spikes are normal.
Is the Thunder Ball drawn separately?
Yes. It comes from a separate pool of 1–14. Its frequency is tracked independently from the main 5 numbers.
Can I see Thunderball stats on Fetix?
Fetix currently focuses on UK Lotto and EuroMillions. Use Lottery Stats or National Lottery for Thunderball data.
Disclaimer
Thunderball is a game of chance. Fetix does not sell tickets or guarantee winnings. Statistics are for analysis only.