The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to an estimated $498 million. With a cash option of $245.3 million, this represents a significant increase from the previous draw’s jackpot. The growing prize pool has captured the attention of players nationwide, making this one of the most anticipated draws of the year.
Results for Friday, 20 August 2024
Mega Millions Winning Numbers are 5, 20, 26, 49, 51 Mega Ball: 24 Megaplier: 4x
No ticket matched all six numbers, so the jackpot continues to grow. However, two lucky tickets, sold in California and New York, each won $1 million by matching all five white ball numbers.
Details for the Upcoming Draw
Draw Date and Time
- Date: Friday, 23 August 2024
- Time: 11 p.m. Eastern Time / 8 p.m. Arizona Time
Where to Watch
You can watch the Mega Millions draw live by streaming it at MegaMillions.com.
How to Play Mega Millions
Participating in the Mega Millions draw is simple:
- Pick Five Numbers: Choose five numbers from 1 to 70.
- Pick One Mega Ball Number: Select one number from 1 to 25.
Prize Payouts
Here’s how the prizes are awarded based on your match:
- Jackpot: Match all five white balls and the Mega Ball.
- $1 Million: Match all five white balls.
- $10,000: Match four white balls and the Mega Ball.
- $500: Match four white balls.
- $200: Match three white balls and the Mega Ball.
- $10: Match three white balls.
- $10: Match two white balls and the Mega Ball.
- $4: Match one white ball and the Mega Ball.
- $2: Match only the Mega Ball.
Ticket Purchase Information
Cutoff Time
- Regular Draw Days: Buy your ticket by 7:59 p.m. Arizona Time on draw days.
- Daylight Saving Time Adjustments: From the first Sunday in November through the second Saturday in March, the cutoff time is 7:59 p.m. Arizona Time. The rest of the year, it shifts to 6:59 p.m. Arizona Time.
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Good luck, and may the odds be in your favor for the next Mega Millions draw!