Ubuntu 24.04 LTSNoble Numbat
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS was released on Apr 25, 2024 and is supported until May 31, 2029, 2 years and 8 months from now.
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS support timeline
Apr 25, 2024Today
48% elapsedEnd of life
May 31, 2029
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS release and support dates
| Milestone | Date | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Released | ||
| Latest point release (24.04.5) | ||
| Active support ends | Regular bug-fix and maintenance updates. | |
| End of life | Security updates stop. endoflife.date’s listed end of support. | |
| Extended support ends | Often paid or provided by a third party. |
Source: endoflife.date, fetched Oct 6, 2026. Status as of Oct 7, 2026. Support scope varies by project; confirm on the official site.
Should you upgrade from Ubuntu 24.04 LTS?
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS still receives updates, so there is no rush. Ubuntu 26.04 LTS is newer and supported until May 29, 2031; upgrade when its changes matter to you, and plan to move before May 31, 2029.
Use Software Updater, or run sudo do-release-upgrade. LTS releases are offered the next LTS once its first point release (.1) is out; interim releases upgrade one release at a time.
Other Ubuntu versions
| Version | Released | End of life |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu 26.04 LTS Resolute Raccoon | Apr 23, 2026 | May 29, 2031 |
| Ubuntu 25.10 Questing Quokka | Oct 9, 2025 | Jul 1, 2026 |
| Ubuntu 25.04 Plucky Puffin | Apr 17, 2025 | Jan 17, 2026 |
| Ubuntu 24.10 Oracular Oriole | Oct 10, 2024 | Jul 10, 2025 |
| Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat | Apr 25, 2024 | May 31, 2029 |
| Ubuntu 23.10 Mantic Minotaur | Oct 12, 2023 | Jul 12, 2024 |
| Ubuntu 23.04 Lunar Lobster | Apr 20, 2023 | Jan 20, 2024 |
| Ubuntu 22.10 Kinetic Kudu | Oct 20, 2022 | Jul 20, 2023 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Jammy Jellyfish | Apr 21, 2022 | Jun 1, 2027 |
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS: common questions
When does Ubuntu 24.04 LTS reach end of life?
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS reaches end of life on May 31, 2029, according to endoflife.date. Extended support runs until Apr 25, 2034.
Is Ubuntu 24.04 LTS still supported?
Yes. Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is supported until May 31, 2029.
When was Ubuntu 24.04 LTS released?
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS was released on Apr 25, 2024.
What is the latest Ubuntu 24.04 LTS point release?
The latest point release is 24.04.5, published Sep 30, 2026.
What is the codename of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS?
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is codenamed “Noble Numbat”.
Is Ubuntu 24.04 LTS an LTS release?
Yes. Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is a long-term support (LTS) release.
What should I upgrade Ubuntu 24.04 LTS to?
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS is the next LTS release that is still supported (until May 29, 2031).