Step-by-step working
- There are 16 − 1 + 1 = 16 whole numbers in the range.
- With a fair generator, each has a 1 ÷ 16 = 6.25% chance on every pick.
Random Number Generator 1 to 16
Quick answer
Press Generate to pick a random whole number from 1 to 16. Each of the 16 numbers has an equal 1 in 16 chance (6.25%) on every pick. Choose "no repeats" to draw several different numbers, for example to order 16 teams or players fairly.
Chance of each number from 1 to 16
1 in 16 (6.25%)
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Your random numbers
Press "Generate"
| Numbers in the range | 16 |
| Chance of any one number (per pick) | 6.25% |
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Odds when picking from 1 to 16
| Picks | Chance a given number appears | Chance of at least one repeat |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6.25% | 0.00% |
| 2 | 12.11% | 6.25% |
| 3 | 17.60% | 17.97% |
| 4 | 22.75% | 33.35% |
| 5 | 27.58% | 50.01% |
| 6 | 32.11% | 65.63% |
| 8 | 40.33% | 87.92% |
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a random number between 1 and 16?
The generator on this page is already set to 1–16: press Generate. It uses your browser's cryptographic random source, so each number has the same 6.25% chance.
What are the odds of picking the same number twice from 1 to 16?
On two picks the chance of a repeat is 1 in 16 (6.25%). The odds of at least one repeat rise quickly with more picks, as the table shows; choose "no repeats" to avoid them.