The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to an estimated $80 million for Tuesday night’s drawing, closing out March with renewed excitement after a series of recent big wins. The surge comes just weeks after players in different states secured multimillion-dollar prizes, keeping attention firmly on one of America’s most popular lotteries.
Mega Millions Results – March 31, 2026
Winning Numbers: 18, 35, 45, 60, 65
Mega Ball: 17
Prize Highlights
Jackpot: $80,000,000 – No winners
Match 5 (5/5): $2,000,000 – No winners
Match 4 + Mega Ball: $20,000 – No winners
Match 4 (4/5): $1,000 – 1 winner in Illinois
Multiplier
Selected Multiplier: 2X
Recent Winners Keep Momentum Strong
March has already delivered multiple headline-grabbing moments for Mega Millions. Earlier in the month, a ticket purchased in Illinois matched all numbers to land a massive $533 million jackpot, one of the biggest wins of the year so far.
Just a week later, the streak continued when a ticket sold in Ohio secured a $60 million jackpot on St. Patrick’s Day. These back-to-back wins reset the prize pool, which has since been steadily growing again.
Even in draws without jackpot winners, significant prizes have been claimed. In the most recent drawing before tonight, a New York ticket matched five numbers with a multiplier, earning a $4 million payout.
For reference, the previous winning numbers on March 27 were 13, 27, 28, 41, 62 with Mega Ball 16.
Ticket Price and Odds
Mega Millions tickets now cost $5 per play, following a price increase introduced in April 2025. The previous optional Megaplier feature has been removed under the updated structure.
Despite the excitement surrounding the game, the odds remain extremely slim. According to official figures from Mega Millions, the chance of hitting the jackpot stands at roughly 1 in 290 million.
Still, smaller prizes and multiplier wins continue to draw participation, especially during periods when jackpots begin to climb again after resets.
Claim Rules and Transparency
Prize claim rules vary by state. In Florida, winners typically have 180 days to claim their prize, with a 60-day window available for those opting for a lump-sum cash payout.
Unlike some states, Florida does not allow full anonymity for winners. Names and general details can be made public, although prizes above $250,000 receive a temporary 90-day confidentiality period.
With recent wins fresh in memory and the jackpot rebuilding, attention now shifts to whether tonight’s $80 million prize will find a new winner—or continue rolling into April.
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