Check Your Tickets: Powerball Winning Numbers for Monday, Dec. 1
As the Powerball drawing approaches, players are eagerly checking their tickets. The jackpot for Monday, December 1, 2025, stands at an estimated $740 million, with a cash option of $346.1 million. This figure marks the 20th largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history.
Powerball Jackpot Overview
- Jackpot Amount: $740 million
- Cash Option: $346.1 million
- Date of Drawing: December 1, 2025
- Previous Jackpot Winner: $1.787 billion won on September 6, 2025
The last winning jackpot occurred on September 6, when players from Missouri and Texas claimed a staggering $1.787 billion. This amount is recognized as the second-largest Powerball jackpot ever.
Winning Numbers for December 1, 2025
The winning numbers for the upcoming Powerball drawing are:
- 5
- 18
- 26
- 47
- 59
- Powerball: 1
- Power Play: 3x
How to Play Powerball
Playing Powerball is straightforward. Here are the essentials:
- Cost: $2 per ticket, with the option to add Power Play for $1.
- Select five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26.
- Prizes range from $4 for matching the Powerball to $1 million for matching all five white balls.
- Players can also opt for a quick pick ticket generated by a lottery machine.
Where to Buy Tickets
Tickets are available in 45 states, along with Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. They can be purchased at:
- Gas stations
- Convenience stores
- Grocery stores
- Some airport terminals
Additionally, players in several states can order tickets online through platforms like Jackpocket.
Powerball Drawing and Odds
The Powerball drawing occurs three times weekly: on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET. Here are the odds of winning:
- Odds of winning the jackpot: 292,201,338 to 1
- Odds of matching all five white balls: 11,688,053 to 1
These details lead to excitement but also caution, as winning the lottery remains a long shot.
Jackpot Payout Options
Winners can choose between two payout options:
- Annuity: Paid over time with increasing annual payments.
- Cash Option: A single lump sum paid immediately, but lower than the advertised jackpot.
Conclusion
As the December 1 drawing approaches, hopeful players should ensure they purchase their tickets before the deadline, which varies by state. Check Emegypt for local cut-off times and more details about how to play.
