Mega Millions Draw Days and Times
Mega Millions draws twice a week on US Eastern time, which falls in the early hours of the following morning in South Africa. Here is the schedule so you know when to bet and when the result lands.
The schedule in South African time
| US draw night | Result lands in SA |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Early hours of Wednesday morning |
| Friday | Early hours of Saturday morning |
Betting closes before the draw, so the simplest rule is to place your bet during the evening, South African time, on the US draw day. You bet the night before and wake up to a settled result.
Frequently asked questions
What days does Mega Millions draw?
Tuesday and Friday on US Eastern time, which lands in the early hours of Wednesday and Saturday mornings in South Africa.
When should I place my Mega Millions bet?
During the evening, South African time, on the US draw day — betting closes before the overnight draw.