California Powerball: An Overview
California Powerball is a multi-state jackpot game with a starting jackpot of $40 million (https://www.calottery.com/draw-games/powerball). The jackpot amount increases until it is won (https://www.lottostrategies.com/cgi-bin/winning_of_past_month/100/101/CA/California-CA-Powerball-lottery-results.html).
How to Play
To play Powerball, you need to choose five white numbers from 1 to 69 and one red Powerball number from 1 to 26 (https://www.calottery.com/draw-games/powerball). You can choose your own numbers or use the Quick Pick option to have the computer select your numbers for you. You can also choose to play Power Play for an additional $1 per game, which can multiply your winnings by a number from two to five (https://www.lottostrategies.com/cgi-bin/winning_of_past_month/100/101/CA/California-CA-Powerball-lottery-results.html).
Winning the Jackpot
To win the Powerball jackpot, you need to match all 5 numbers plus the Powerball number (https://www.calottery.com/draw-games/powerball). If multiple players match the six winning jackpot numbers, the prize pool is shared equally among them (https://www.lottostrategies.com/cgi-bin/winning_of_past_month/100/101/CA/California-CA-Powerball-lottery-results.html).
Other Prizes
In addition to the jackpot, there are eight other ways to win prizes in Powerball (https://www.calottery.com/draw-games/powerball). The prizes range from $4 for matching the Powerball number to $1 million for matching all 5 white numbers.
Drawing Schedule
Powerball drawings are held every Wednesday and Saturday evening (https://www.lottostrategies.com/cgi-bin/winning_of_past_month/100/101/CA/California-CA-Powerball-lottery-results.html).
Claiming Your Prize
If you win a prize in Powerball, you have 180 days to claim your prize (https://www.calottery.com/draw-games/powerball). You can claim your prize at any California Lottery retail location or by mail.
Sources
- California Lottery: Powerball
- Lottery USA: California Powerball
- LottoStrategies: California Powerball Winning Numbers
FAQs
How much is the CA Powerball jackpot?
The CA Powerball jackpot starts at $40 million and increases until it is won.
How do I play CA Powerball?
To play CA Powerball, you need to choose five white numbers from 1 to 69 and one red Powerball number from 1 to 26. You can choose your own numbers or use the Quick Pick option to have the computer select your numbers for you.
What are the odds of winning the CA Powerball jackpot?
The odds of winning the CA Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292,201,338.
What are the other prizes in CA Powerball?
In addition to the jackpot, there are eight other ways to win prizes in CA Powerball. The prizes range from $4 for matching the Powerball number to $1 million for matching all 5 white numbers.
When are the CA Powerball drawings?
CA Powerball drawings are held every Wednesday and Saturday evening.
How do I claim my CA Powerball prize?
If you win a prize in CA Powerball, you have 180 days to claim your prize. You can claim your prize at any California Lottery retail location or by mail.
Can I buy CA Powerball tickets online?
No, you cannot buy CA Powerball tickets online. You must purchase tickets at a licensed California Lottery retailer.
What is the Power Play option?
The Power Play option is an additional $1 per game that can multiply your winnings by a number from two to five.