Anyone who’s lived a reasonable number of solar orbits in Montana knows Big Sky Country is nothing if not dynamic, and 2024 in the Flathead proved no exception. On the climatic front, January delivered lows of -33 in Kalispell, while July brought three weeks of near triple-digit highs, followed by an uncharacteristically, but mercifully, cool and wet August. The remarkable atmospheric conditions even extended to the edge of space in May, with the most powerful aurora in a generation painting the sky every color of the universe. Nor could Montana shield itself against the highs and lows of the general election, which effectively spanned the entire year in our state in light of its critical senate seat up for grabs. Despite all the variability, the mushroomers harvested their morels, the carnival rides spun once again at the Northwest Montana Fair, and sunrise set the still snowy peaks of Glacier ablaze.

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The Montana Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Dec. 31, 2024, results for each game:

Winning Mega Millions numbers from Dec. 31 drawing

13-22-27-29-35, Mega Ball: 01, Megaplier: 2

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Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Dec. 31 drawing

19-27-37-41-48, Lucky Ball: 15

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Winning Big Sky Bonus numbers from Dec. 31 drawing

03-19-20-21, Bonus: 15

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When are the Montana Lottery drawings held?

• Powerball: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
• Mega Millions: 9:00 p.m. MT on Tuesday and Friday.
• Lucky For Life: 8:38 p.m. MT daily.
• Lotto America: 9:00 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
• Big Sky Bonus: 7:30 p.m. MT daily.
• Powerball Double Play: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
• Montana Cash: 8:00 p.m. MT on Wednesday and Saturday.

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Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.

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