Urgent Update: Powerball Hits $438M Jackpot for Nov. 5 Drawing

UPDATE: The Powerball jackpot has soared to an estimated $438 million for the drawing on November 5, 2025, with a cash option of $207 million. This surge follows the absence of a jackpot winner in Monday’s drawing, where players vied for $419 million.

As excitement builds, the jackpot has been rolling since the last winners in September, who shared a staggering $1.8 billion prize—one of the largest in U.S. history. Tickets sold in Missouri and Texas matched all six numbers on September 6, marking a monumental win that has players dreaming big again.

The winning numbers for tonight’s drawing are set to be revealed live at 10:59 p.m. ET. With the Powerball jackpot nearing half a billion dollars, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Additionally, the Mega Millions jackpot is also climbing, currently standing at $843 million for its upcoming drawing on Friday.

What makes this jackpot even more intriguing? The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are a daunting 1 in 292.2 million. For those hoping to snag the $1 million prize by matching all five white balls, the odds are slightly better at 1 in 11,688,053. However, the overall odds of winning any prize are approximately 1 in 24.87.

Tickets for the Powerball game are available for $2 per play and can be purchased in 45 states, along with the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. As the excitement escalates, lottery enthusiasts across the nation are eagerly awaiting the results.

The Powerball has seen remarkable jackpots in its history, with the top six winnings all exceeding $1 billion. Here’s a quick look at the largest Powerball jackpots ever recorded:

– $2.04 billion – November 7, 2022 – CA
– $1.8 billion – September 6, 2025 – MO, TX
– $1.765 billion – October 11, 2023 – CA
– $1.586 billion – January 13, 2016 – CA, FL, TN
– $1.326 billion – April 6, 2024 – OR
– $1.08 billion – July 19, 2023 – CA

As players across the nation prepare to check their tickets, the anticipation is palpable. Will someone become the next multi-millionaire tonight? Stay tuned for the winning numbers and be prepared to celebrate or strategize for the next chance to win!