Powerball Winning Numbers for Dec. 1, 2025 — Jackpot Jumps to an Estimated $775 Million for Wednesday

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Powerball Winning Numbers for Dec. 1, 2025 — Jackpot Jumps to an Estimated $775 Million for Wednesday
Powerball Winning Numbers

The Powerball winning numbers drawn on Monday, December 1, 2025 were: 5, 18, 26, 47, 59 and Powerball 1 (Power Play 3x). No ticket matched all six numbers, so the Powerball jackpot rolls to an estimated $775 million (cash option roughly $362 million) for the Wednesday, December 3 drawing at 10:59 p.m. ET.

Did anyone win the Powerball last night?

  • Jackpot: No winner on Dec. 1.

  • $1 million winners (Match 5): Three tickets, sold in California, Georgia, and Illinois.

  • Power Play: 3x (applies to non-jackpot prizes where eligible).

If you hit smaller prize tiers, double-check whether your ticket included Power Play, which can multiply non-jackpot winnings.

Powerball numbers at a glance

  • Dec. 1, 2025: 5 • 18 • 26 • 47 • 59 | PB 1 | PP 3x

  • Next drawing: Wed, Dec. 3, 10:59 p.m. ET

  • Estimated jackpot: $775,000,000 (cash about $362,000,000)

Powerball drawings occur Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights.

How to check your Powerball results

  1. Match the line: Compare your five white-ball numbers and the red Powerball.

  2. Look for Match 5: Five white balls with no Powerball wins $1 million (before taxes); adding Power Play can elevate certain non-jackpot prizes.

  3. Scan your ticket: Most state apps and retail scanners verify wins instantly.

  4. Mind the deadline: Claim periods vary by state; don’t wait if you think you’ve won.

Tip: Keep the physical ticket safe—sign the back, photograph the front/back, and store it until you’ve claimed.

What to know about the next Powerball drawing

  • When: Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10:59 p.m. ET (7:59 p.m. PT).

  • Where to watch: The drawing is carried live on many local TV stations and lottery digital channels; results post within minutes.

  • Odds reminder: Jackpot odds are 1 in 292,201,338; overall odds of any prize are far better, but still long—play responsibly.

Payout options if you win

  • Annuity: The advertised jackpot paid over 30 annual installments, increasing each year.

  • Cash option: A single lump sum (the estimated cash value), subject to federal and state taxes.

  • Advisors: For large wins, consider engaging a tax professional, financial planner, and attorney before claiming if your state allows time to do so.

Quick Q&A

  • “Powerball numbers last night?” 5, 18, 26, 47, 59; Powerball 1; Power Play 3x.

  • “Powerball results/Powerball drawing tonight?” Next draw is Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10:59 p.m. ET.

  • “Did anyone win the Powerball last night?” No jackpot winner; three $1 million Match-5 winners.

  • “Powerball numbers tonight?” Released live at draw time; check official channels right after 10:59 p.m. ET.

 No grand-prize hit on Dec. 1, so the Powerball jackpot climbs to a headline-grabbing $775 million for Wednesday night. Check your tickets for secondary prizes—and if you’re playing the next round, good luck and play within a budget.