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Dice probability calculator

Choose the number of dice, sides and target sum. Results assume fair, independent rolls.

Selected probability: —

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P(S = t)
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P(S ≤ t)
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P(S ≥ t)
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Mean sum
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Sum variance
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Sum standard deviation
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Outcomes sᵈ
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Sum distribution

Sum Probability
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What these numbers mean
  • The sum distribution is symmetric around d(s+1)/2.
  • Adding dice expands the range and concentrates results around the mean.

The model assumes fair dice with equal numbers of sides and independent rolls.

How to use this page
  1. Choose exact, at most or at least.
  2. Enter the dice and side counts.
  3. Enter a possible target sum.

What this page does not do: The model assumes fair dice with equal numbers of sides and independent rolls.

Further reading

Every ordered outcome of d independent dice has probability 1/sᵈ. Sums are not equally likely because different numbers of outcomes lead to them.

For two six-sided dice, 7 is more frequent than 2 because six outcomes produce 7 and only one produces 2.

Frequently asked questions

Why are sums not equally likely?

Different numbers of ordered dice outcomes produce each sum.

Does it work for d20 dice?

Yes. Set 20 sides; all dice in one calculation must be identical.

See also

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