The Mega Millions jackpot hit an estimated $1.35 billion in Friday night’s draw and lottery players are checking their tickets.
After 25 consecutive draws without a jackpot winner, the game’s jackpot has steadily climbed higher and higher over the last few months. If someone wins on Friday, it will be the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot ever and fourth-largest in US lottery history.
The $1.35 billion jackpot is expected to be awarded to only one winner who chooses to have an annuity paid out over 29 years. Most jackpot winners take the cash option, a combined total estimated at $724.6 million for Friday’s draw.
Friday’s draw falls on Friday the 13th, which may catch the eye of some superstitious players. Apart from an undeniably “lucky day”, according to the lottery, six Mega Millions jackpots have been won on Friday the 13th over the years.
However, regardless of the day of the draw, it is important to know that the chances of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are very slim. The probability is about 1 in 302.6 million.
Here are Friday’s winning numbers.
Mega Millions winning number 13/01/23
Tuesday night’s draw winning number is 30-43-45-46-61, Mega Ball: 14 and Megaplier is 2X.
Biggest Lottery Win in US History
- $2.04 billion, Powerball, November 7, 2022: Won in California.
- $1.586 billion, Powerball, January 13, 2016: Three winners in California, Florida, Tennessee.
- $1.537 billion, Mega Millions, October 23, 2018: Win in South Carolina.
- $1.35 billion (approx.): January 13, 2023
- $1.337 billion, Mega Millions, July 29, 2022: Won in Illinois.
- $1.05 billion, Mega Millions, January 22, 2021: Won in Michigan.
- $768.4 million, Powerball, March 27, 2019: Wins in Wisconsin.
- $758.7 million, Powerball, Aug. 23, 2017: Wins in Massachusetts.
- $730 million, Powerball, January 20, 2021: Wins in Maryland.
- $699.8 million, Powerball, October 4, 2021: Wins in California.
Latest Time To Buy Mega Millions
According to the Mega Millions website, Mega Millions tickets are sold by lottery dealers/agents in all 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the US Virgin Islands.
The New Jersey Lottery website has a retailer locator that will help you find the lottery retailer closest to you in the state.
How Much Does a Mega Millions ticket cost
Mega Millions ticket cost $2 each per Play
Can I Buy a Mega Millions Ticket Online?
Currently, Mega Millions ticket can not be purchased online, ticket must be purchased from a physical retailer such as a convenience store, gas station or other authorized lottery vendor. Some states also offer the option to purchase Mega Millions tickets through a subscription service, where players can set up recurring purchases of tickets. It’s best to check with the official Mega Millions website or the lottery commission in your state for more information on purchasing options.
When is the last time to buy Mega Millions tickets?
The last time to buy Mega Millions tickets varies by state, but it is typically around 15 minutes to an hour before the drawing. The drawing takes place every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM Eastern Time, so the last time to buy a ticket would depend on the cut-off time set by the specific retailer or the state lottery commission. It’s best to check with the specific retailer or the official Mega Millions website for the cutoff time in your area.
So in that case, on Tuesday, January 10th, 2023, the last Mega Millions ticket purchase will be at 10:45pm. ET.
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