Florida Lottery results for May 18, 2026, once again drew strong attention across the United States as players followed one of the most closely watched draw nights of the week. Monday draws in Florida typically feature multiple games running back-to-back, and this evening was no exception, with Powerball, Fantasy 5, Cash Pop, and Pick games all releasing results. Powerball, as usual, led the excitement with its high jackpot appeal, while Fantasy 5 and the Pick series offered more frequent but smaller winning opportunities that kept players engaged throughout the day.
With multiple chances to win across different formats, the May 18 draw highlighted why the Florida Lottery continues to attract consistent participation, blending chance, suspense, and wide accessibility for everyday players across the state.
Florida Lottery results May 18 (Powerball)
Monday’s draw schedule in Florida is always packed, and May 18, 2026, was no different. Powerball led the night, as it usually does, pulling in the biggest attention.
The winning Powerball numbers came in as:
04-13-34-61-65, Powerball: 12, Power Play: 2
There was also a Double Play draw for Powerball. Those numbers landed as:
03-13-18-40-63, Powerball: 23
Florida Fantasy 5 lottery results and game details
The Fantasy 5 game offered two separate chances on the same day. Midday and evening draws produced different outcomes.
- Midday: 01-03-05-32-35
- Evening: 15-18-20-22-35
Cash Pop results also rolled out throughout the day:
- Morning: 10
- Matinee: 03
- Afternoon: 13
- Evening: 03
- Late Night: 09
And then came the Pick games, which always feel a bit more granular.
Pick 2:
- Midday: 9-0, FB: 0
- Evening: 1-7, FB: 2
Pick 3:
- Midday: 4-0-6, FB: 0
- Evening: 3-0-3, FB: 2
Pick 4:
- Midday: 8-7-3-6, FB: 0
- Evening: 6-6-6-6, FB: 2
Pick 5:
- Midday: 7-7-6-3-8, FB: 0
- Evening: 9-0-9-2-4, FB: 2
What is the Florida Lottery
The Florida Lottery is a government-run lottery system operated in the US state of Florida. It was created mainly to generate funding for public education while also offering residents the chance to win cash prizes through different lottery games. It runs both daily and weekly draws, along with instant-win style games in some formats.
There are several games under the Florida Lottery umbrella. These include well-known draws such as Powerball, Florida Lotto, Fantasy 5, Cash Pop, and smaller number games like Pick 2, Pick 3, Pick 4, and Pick 5. Each game has its own structure and rules, but the basic idea remains the same. Players choose numbers or receive randomly generated selections and then wait for the official draw results.
How to play the Florida Lottery
Playing the Florida Lottery is fairly straightforward. Most players begin by visiting authorised retailers such as gas stations, supermarkets, or convenience stores. These locations sell official lottery tickets for all major games.
A player first selects the game they want to play. After that, they either choose their own numbers or opt for a quick pick option. The quick pick system randomly generates numbers for the ticket. Once the ticket is printed, the entry is complete.
How players check Florida lottery results after the draw
Players can check Florida Lottery results through several official and reliable methods after each draw. The fastest option is the Florida Lottery official website, where winning numbers are posted shortly after the draw in the “Winning Numbers” section. Many players also use the official Florida Lottery mobile app, which allows instant access to results and lets users scan tickets to see if they have won.
Results are also shared through authorized retailers, where tickets can be scanned for immediate confirmation. In addition, TV news, newspapers, and trusted lottery tracking platforms publish results, but the official website and app remain the most accurate sources.
