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NumPyEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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Libraries & SDKsLatest Version: 2.5.3Latest Release: Sep 6, 2026
NumPy is the fundamental Python package for scientific computing with support for large, multi-dimensional arrays.
Support summary
NumPy 2.2 reaches EOL in 73 days. Start upgrade planning and compatibility testing now.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Dec 9, 2026
NumPy 2.2 · 73 days left
Supported cycles
4
0 lts
Versions
19
Latest Version
2.5.3
Active Support
4
EOL
15
Lifecycle Timeline
Jun 22, 2022As of Sep 27, 2026
2.5Active · Jun 22, 2028
2.4Active · Dec 21, 2027
2.3Active · Jun 8, 2027
2.2Active · Dec 9, 2026
2.1EOL · Aug 19, 2026
2.0EOL · Jun 17, 2026
1.26EOL · Sep 17, 2025
1.25EOL · Jun 18, 2025
1.24EOL · Dec 19, 2024
1.23EOL · Jun 24, 2024
ActiveSecurityEOLHistorical phase unknown
Bars show history up to the snapshot date. Gray intervals lack dated support boundaries; arrows indicate an unannounced EOL date, not a support guarantee.
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 | Jun 21, 2026 | Maintained | Jun 22, 2028 | 2.5.3 | No | Active |
| 2.4 | Dec 20, 2025 | Maintained | Dec 21, 2027 | 2.4.6 | No | Active |
| 2.3 | Jun 7, 2025 | Maintained | Jun 8, 2027 | 2.3.5 | No | Active |
| 2.2 | Dec 8, 2024 | Maintained | Dec 9, 2026 | 2.2.6 | No | Active |
| 2.1 | Aug 18, 2024 | Ended | Aug 19, 2026 | 2.1.3 | No | EOL |
| 2.0 | Jun 16, 2024 | Ended | Jun 17, 2026 | 2.0.2 | No | EOL |
| 1.26 | Sep 16, 2023 | Ended | Sep 17, 2025 | 1.26.4 | No | EOL |
| 1.25 | Jun 17, 2023 | Ended | Jun 18, 2025 | 1.25.2 | No | EOL |
| 1.24 | Dec 18, 2022 | Ended | Dec 19, 2024 | 1.24.4 | No | EOL |
| 1.23 | Jun 22, 2022 | Ended | Jun 24, 2024 | 1.23.5 | No | EOL |
| 1.22 | Dec 31, 2021 | Ended | Jan 1, 2024 | 1.22.4 | No | EOL |
| 1.21 | Jun 22, 2021 | Ended | Jun 23, 2023 | 1.21.6 | No | EOL |
| 1.20 | Jan 30, 2021 | Ended | Jan 31, 2023 | 1.20.3 | No | EOL |
| 1.19 | Jun 20, 2020 | Ended | Jun 21, 2022 | 1.19.5 | No | EOL |
| 1.18 | Dec 22, 2019 | Ended | Dec 22, 2021 | 1.18.5 | No | EOL |
| 1.17 | Jul 26, 2019 | Ended | Jul 26, 2021 | 1.17.5 | No | EOL |
| 1.16 | Jan 14, 2019 | Ended | Jan 13, 2021 | 1.16.6 | No | EOL |
| 1.15 | Jul 23, 2018 | Ended | Jul 23, 2020 | 1.15.4 | No | EOL |
| 1.14 | Jan 6, 2018 | Ended | Jan 7, 2020 | 1.14.6 | No | EOL |
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Which versions of NumPy have reached end of life?
The following NumPy versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 2.1, 2.0, 1.26, 1.25, 1.24, 1.23, 1.22, 1.21 (and 7 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using NumPy 2.1?
NumPy 2.1 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of NumPy?
The latest version of NumPy is 2.5.3, released in the 2.5 release cycle.
How many versions of NumPy are currently supported?
NumPy currently has 4 actively supported version(s): 2.5, 2.4, 2.3, 2.2.
When does NumPy 2.5 reach end of life?
NumPy 2.5 is scheduled to reach end of life on Jun 22, 2028.
What should I do when NumPy reaches end of life?
When a NumPy version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.