AWS Lambda python3.6 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
AWS Lambda python3.6 reached end of life on 29 Aug 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the AWS Lambda release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 18 Apr 2017 | — |
| End of life | 29 Aug 2022 | 3.9 years ago |
| Active support ended | 18 Jul 2022 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from python3.6
Recommended target: AWS Lambda java17.al2023.
The newest actively supported branch is AWS Lambda java17.al2023 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is AWS Lambda python3.6 still safe to use?
AWS Lambda python3.6 reached end of life on 29 Aug 2022, 1,441 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download AWS Lambda python3.6?
Yes — the final release (python3.6) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade AWS Lambda python3.6 to?
Upgrade to AWS Lambda java17.al2023, the newest actively supported branch.