NumPy 2.2 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
NumPy 2.2 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 9 Dec 2026.
122 days of security support left
2.2.6 latest release
83% of this branch's supported lifetime has elapsed — 8 Dec 2024 → 9 Dec 2026.
Check your versionpython -c "import numpy; print(numpy.__version__)"
Support timeline
Official dates from the NumPy release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 8 Dec 2024 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | 9 Dec 2026 | in 122 days |
| Latest release | 2.2.6 · 17 May 2025 | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
Moving to NumPy 2.5 extends security support by about 561 days.
Frequently asked questions
When does NumPy 2.2 reach end of life?
NumPy 2.2 reaches end of life on 9 Dec 2026 — 122 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is NumPy 2.2 still supported?
Yes. NumPy 2.2 is currently maintained. Latest release: 2.2.6, published 17 May 2025.
What happens when NumPy 2.2 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 9 Dec 2026 this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from NumPy 2.2?
122 days. Moving to NumPy 2.5 instead buys roughly 561 more days of security support.