The lottery is a huge deal in Thailand, and local news outlets are always sharing stories about Thai people using strange methods to find the right numbers to win big. From creepy dreams to strange animal behaviours, it seems like Thais can pretty much find any excuse to try and score the winning number.
The national lottery (Thai:
To participate in the lottery, you need a valid ID and a ticket pair. The ticket must be dated no later than the day of the draw, and each ticket costs 80 baht. Tickets are available at convenience stores, airports and other public locations. Each ticket includes a six-digit series and a final two-digit number. Match all six digits, in the correct order, and you’re the winner!
Besides the main prize, there are other smaller prizes to choose from. Those who correctly match the four-digit number will receive a 2nd prize of 100,000 baht, while those who correctly pick the three-digit number will get 150,000 baht. The remaining six-digit number will be drawn to determine the runner-ups for each prize category.
Some numbers have more significance than others, and some are considered especially lucky. These are the so-called “hot” numbers, and they tend to have higher odds of appearing in the winning combination. They’re also easier to remember, which is probably why they’re more popular with players.
Other numbers are believed to be unlucky, and they should be avoided if possible. These include the numbers 3, 8, and 14, which are usually avoided by players who want to increase their chances of winning. Other unlucky numbers include the ones with a lot of zeros, or double-zeros. For example, the number 2 is a very common double-zero number, as are the numbers 6, 7, and 9. While these numbers may have lower odds of appearing in the winning combination, it’s still worth checking them out if you’re not sure about your favorite numbers. You never know, they could be the ones that will turn your life around!
