Montana Pattern Shift Report — April 2026
A look at how drawing patterns have shifted across Montana lottery games over the past 30 days compared to the prior period. We examine odd/even splits, consecutive numbers, span ranges, and repeat digit patterns.
Big Sky Bonus
Dominant odd/even split: 2O/2E at 34.5%
Consistent with last month — same dominant split.
Consecutive number frequency: 27.6% of draws contained consecutive numbers.
Average span: 20 (difference between highest and lowest numbers drawn).
Montana Cash
Dominant odd/even split: 2O/3E at 37.5%
Consecutive number frequency: 50.0% of draws contained consecutive numbers.
Average span: 31 (difference between highest and lowest numbers drawn).
Lotto America
Dominant odd/even split: 2O/3E at 41.7%
Consecutive number frequency: 33.3% of draws contained consecutive numbers.
Average span: 34 (difference between highest and lowest numbers drawn).
Millionaire For Life
Dominant odd/even split: 3O/2E at 41.4%
Shift from last month's dominant 5O/0E split.
Consecutive number frequency: 37.9% of draws contained consecutive numbers.
Average span: 43 (difference between highest and lowest numbers drawn).
Powerball
Dominant odd/even split: 3O/2E at 33.3%
Consecutive number frequency: 33.3% of draws contained consecutive numbers.
Average span: 53 (difference between highest and lowest numbers drawn).
Mega Millions
Dominant odd/even split: 3O/2E at 55.6%
Consistent with last month — same dominant split.
Consecutive number frequency: 33.3% of draws contained consecutive numbers.
Average span: 47 (difference between highest and lowest numbers drawn).
What to Make of Pattern Shifts
Pattern shifts are descriptive, not predictive. They show how the recent draws have played out, not how future draws will go. That said, understanding the current distribution helps you make more informed choices when selecting numbers. Explore the Patterns page for the full interactive breakdown.