Powerball winning numbers drawn last night: 8, 32, 52, 56, 64 with Powerball 23, but here’s who almost won the $880 million jackpot

Lottery powerball winning numbers were drawn last night, and no one claimed the $880 million jackpot. The money rolls over to the next drawing, meaning the prize could climb even higher. Players across the nation are checking their tickets hoping to be the lucky winner.

Monday’s Powerball Drawing Produces No Jackpot Winner

The Monday night drawing left the jackpot unclaimed as zero players matched all five white balls plus the red Powerball number. This marks another rollover in the ongoing series of drawings without a grand prize winner. The estimated $880 million prize now transfers to the next drawing, increasing player anticipation nationwide.

According to the Powerball official website, the Power Play multiplier was set at 2x, which increased prizes for players who matched some but not all numbers. Several players won smaller prizes, but none achieved the ultimate goal of matching all six winning numbers.

What Are the Winning Combinations That Paid Out

While the jackpot remained unclaimed, many players won significant prizes. In Florida, lottery officials reported that multiple tickets won $1 million by matching five white ball numbers. Additional prize tiers paid out for players matching four, three, and two numbers along with various combinations.

The $880 million jackpot would have been divided between winners if multiple people had matching tickets. Since only one player won the jackpot, they would have chosen between an annuity of $880 million over 30 years or an immediate lump sum of $405.9 million. These figures represent the advertised amount before state and federal taxes take their share.

Match Results	Prize Amount
5 of 5 white balls (no Powerball)	$1,000,000
5 of 5 white balls + Powerball	$880,000,000
4 of 5 white balls + Powerball	$50,000
Cash Value (Annuity Alternative)	$405,900,000

This Jackpot Run Continues Powerball’s Incredible Winning Drought

The December 8 drawing marks the continuation of Powerball’s extended period without a jackpot winner. The last time someone claimed the grand prize was May 31, 2025, when a California player won. According to Powerball officials, the record for longest consecutive drawings without a jackpot winner stands at 42 drawings, which occurred in April 2024 when a winner in Oregon claimed the $1.326 billion jackpot.

When jackpots roll over repeatedly without winners, the prize amounts reach eye-watering levels. The current run demonstrates why lottery enthusiasts across America eagerly purchase tickets. Each unwinning drawing adds millions to the next jackpot, creating life-changing prize amounts that capture national attention.

“No one hit the jackpot after the numbers 8, 32, 52, 56, 64 and Powerball 23 were drawn, allowing the $880 million prize to roll even higher.”

— Powerball Officials, December 9, 2025

Historical Context: How Often Do Powerball Jackpots Go This High

The $880 million jackpot represents one of the largest unclaimed prizes in recent Powerball history. For context, the largest unclaimed Powerball ticket ever was $77 million from Georgia in 2011—a fraction of today’s massive jackpot. The 2022 Mega Millions drawing holds the record as the largest lottery jackpot ever at $2.04 billion, won by a California player.

Players have 180 days to claim their prizes from the moment of the drawing. Some winners wait to consult financial advisors and attorneys before coming forward. Other players discover their winning tickets weeks or even months after purchasing them. The enormous size of this jackpot suggests that if someone did win, they would likely come forward quickly to claim their life-changing prize.

When Will the Next Drawing Take Place and What Are Your Odds

The next Powerball drawing occurs Wednesday, December 10, 2025, with an estimated jackpot of $930 million—potentially climbing even higher if another rollover occurs. Players can purchase tickets at virtually any convenience store, gas station, or lottery retailer across participating states. The drawing takes place at 10:59 PM Eastern Time.

The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot remain astronomically low at 1 in 292 million. However, the odds of winning any prize are much better at 1 in 25. Most players understand the mathematical reality but play anyway, hoping to beat the enormous odds. The Power Play feature allows players to multiply non-jackpot prizes, making secondary prizes significantly more valuable for that extra dollar per ticket.

Sources

• Powerball.com – Official winning numbers and jackpot information
• USA Today – Powerball drawing results and historical context
• ABC News – Jackpot analysis and third-largest prize of 2025 confirmation