Powerball Winning Numbers for 27 August, Wednesday - Prize Soars to $950 Million

Powerball Winning Numbers August 27, 2025 Wednesday: The wait is over. Lottery players around the country were expecting this news today. On Wednesday, August 27, the Powerball drawing awarded the winning numbers for the record-setting $950 million. It is the sixth-largest jackpot in Powerball's history and there's a good reason we don't get to see many drawings like this one, with millions of people tuning in to watch their numbers match the winning combination of the night. While the grand prize winner is still to be confirmed, the anticipation continues until officials confirm the tickets, may be at the time of writing.

What Were The Powerball Winning Numbers for 27, August Wednesday?

Winning numbers for the August 27 drawing are:

White balls: 9, 12, 22, 41, 61

Red Powerball: 25

Power Play multiplier: 4×

Players who match all five white balls plus the Powerball will win the full jackpot. Everyone else, including players who match five and win a Match 5 prize, will have their non-jackpot prize tiers, including Match 5 or smaller prizes, multiplied by four times for Power Play!. Therefore, players in a hurry have the opportunity to win in a different way after the draw.

Why this Jackpot Will go Down in History

This whopping $950 million prize is memorable for much more than its value; it’s also the speed with which it grew. With no jackpot winner in back-to-back drawings over the last few weeks, the prize rolled again and again—to the point of frenzy across the nation. Long lines at gas stations and convenience stores indicated eager buyers were rushing to enter the game. According to Powerball officials, this is the sixth-biggest jackpot in Powerball history and among the ten biggest lottery prizes in the entire U.S. ever recorded. Big jackpots like these show the increasing popularity of the game and the excitement that comes with the potential for life-changing circumstances.

How Powerball Creates Lottery Fever Throughout the Country

When a mega jackpot, like the recent $950 million jackpot, rolls around in Powerball, it often creates what researchers term “lottery fever” across the nation. Convenience stores and gas stations say they experience a spike in ticket sales in the days leading up to those historic ticket-selling drawings. Many casual players who don't regularly buy tickets join the frenzy when the jackpots become historic. Of course, in addition to the excitement of potentially winning, the cash generated from these drawings also provides state governments with millions of dollars in funding for state programs that include education funding and public services as part of the revenues from ticket sales are used to support community programs.

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How to Play Powerball

Participating in the Powerball lottery is simple. Here’s how to play:

• Select Your Numbers: Choose five different numbers from 1 to 69, plus one Powerball number from 1 to 26. You may also select Quick Pick to have the numbers randomly selected for you.
• Select Power Play: For an extra $1 you can add the Power Play option to multiply your non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, or 5x depending on the multiplier drawn.
• Select Draws: You may choose to play one draw or multiple consecutive draws.
• Submit Your Ticket:  Once you have completed your playslip, submit it with payment to the retailer.
• View Results: Drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET. You can check the winning numbers on the official Powerball website or a variety of news sources.

Powerball’s Impact on Lottery Fever Across the U.S

Players are in the wait-and-see mode for confirmation from Powerball officials on whether a jackpot winner has come forward. If no one claims the entire prize, the jackpot will roll again, potentially climbing even higher for the next drawing. The next scheduled Powerball drawing is on Saturday, August 30, and given the possibilities, it could very well be the first jackpot over $900 million if no winning ticket is identified. Regardless, thousands of $100 and $200 prizes have already been claimed by players across the nation leading up to this drawing.

How to Purchase Powerball Tickets 

Powerball tickets may be purchased in 45 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Washington D.C. To buy Powerball tickets:

• In Person: Powerball tickets are sold at authorized retailers including convenience stores, grocery stores, and gas stations.
• Online: In certain states, players may be able to buy tickets online using state-specific websites. 
• International Players: Some sites will allow international players to buy tickets by purchasing them on your behalf. Be sure the site is legitimate and authorized.

Next Powerball drawing: Saturday, August 30, 2025

The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 10:59 p.m. ET. Tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers in participating states and jurisdictions. The estimated jackpot for this drawing is $950 million with a cash value option of $428.9 million. This will mark the 39th drawing