Daily numbers game
California Daily 3: how to play, odds and draw times
California Daily 3 is a daily numbers game sold in California. The operator is California Lottery. One play costs $1. Draws are every day at 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. PT. The odds of winning the top prize are 1 in 1,000.
- Price
- $1 per play
- Draws
- Every day at 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. PT
- Top prize odds
- 1 in 1,000
- Sold
- In California
How to play California Daily 3
Pick a 3-digit number. Each digit is 0 to 9.
Choose how to play it: Straight (exact order), Box (any order) and Straight/Box.
One ticket can cover up to 14 draws in a row.
California Daily 3 draw days and times
| Drawing | When |
|---|---|
| Midday, Evening | Every day at 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. PT |
Ticket sales close 0 minutes before each draw.
California Daily 3 odds and prizes
| Prize level | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Straight | Pari-mutuel (set after the draw) | 1 in 1,000 |
| Box, 2 like numbers (3-way) | Pari-mutuel (set after the draw) | 1 in 333 |
| Box, 3 different numbers (6-way) | Pari-mutuel (set after the draw) | 1 in 167 |
| Straight/Box, 2 like numbers (3-way): exact order (half the Straight prize plus half the Box prize) | Pari-mutuel (set after the draw) | 1 in 333 |
| Straight/Box, 2 like numbers (3-way): any order only (half the Box prize) | Pari-mutuel (set after the draw) | 1 in 333 |
| Straight/Box, 3 different numbers (6-way): exact order (half the Straight prize plus half the Box prize) | Pari-mutuel (set after the draw) | 1 in 167 |
| Straight/Box, 3 different numbers (6-way): any order only (half the Box prize) | Pari-mutuel (set after the draw) | 1 in 167 |
Where to play California Daily 3
California Daily 3 is sold in California. The operator is California Lottery. Buy tickets only from a licensed lottery retailer. LottoCheck does not sell tickets.
Latest California Daily 3 result
The LottoCheck app shows the latest California Daily 3 numbers after each draw and checks your tickets against them.
Official results: California Lottery winning numbers.
California Daily 3 FAQ
What are the odds of winning the California Daily 3 top prize?
The odds of winning the California Daily 3 top prize are 1 in 1,000 per play, as printed on the official prize chart.
What time is the California Daily 3 drawing?
California Daily 3 draws every day at 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. PT. Times are Pacific Time. Ticket sales close 0 minutes before each draw.
How much is a California Daily 3 ticket?
One California Daily 3 play costs $1.
Where can I play California Daily 3?
California Daily 3 is sold in California. Buy tickets only from a licensed lottery retailer. LottoCheck does not sell tickets.
How do you play California Daily 3?
Pick a 3-digit number. Each digit is 0 to 9. Choose how to play it: Straight (exact order), Box (any order) and Straight/Box.
How can I check my California Daily 3 ticket?
The LottoCheck app checks California Daily 3 tickets against the draw results. Scan the ticket or type the numbers. Add a ticket before the draw and the app sends you a push when the results are in. Always confirm a win with the official lottery.
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Sources
Checked against these official pages on 2026-10-21.
Game facts come from the official lottery pages listed above. Rules and prizes can change: always confirm with the official lottery before you buy a ticket or make a claim. LottoCheck does not sell tickets or pay prizes and is not affiliated with any lottery.