The MEGA MILLIONS® jackpot has soared to a staggering $862 million for tonight’s drawing, marking the largest prize ever offered in December. The jackpot has rolled over 28 times since the September 13, 2024, drawing, generating excitement among players nationwide.
Florida residents have the chance to join the exclusive club of MEGA MILLIONS jackpot winners by purchasing a $2 ticket from any of the 13,600+ Florida Lottery retailers across the state. If won, this would be the state’s sixth MEGA MILLIONS jackpot winner.
The jackpot winner can choose between two payout options:
- 30 annual installments totaling the full jackpot amount.
- A one-time lump-sum payment of $392.1 million.
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Winners must claim the jackpot prize within 60 days to receive the cash option and have 180 days from the drawing date to claim their prize overall.
Players are encouraged to check their tickets, as prizes are not limited to the jackpot. Lower-tier prizes range from $2 to $5 million, depending on the number combinations matched.
To win the jackpot, players must match all five white ball numbers (1-70) and the Mega Ball number (1-25). However, the overall odds of winning any prize in the game are approximately 1-in-24.
Florida has produced five previous MEGA MILLIONS jackpot winners. Could tonight mark the sixth? Players across the state are eagerly testing their luck.
Tickets for tonight’s drawing are available until 10:00 PM ET. Make sure to purchase your ticket and check your numbers—your life could change forever!
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