Microsoft’s SQL Server 2016 lifecycle page shows that extended support ended on July 14, 2026.
What changed
The milestone listed for SQL Server 2016 is:
- Extended support end
- Product version: 2016
- Official date: July 14, 2026
Why it matters
For database teams, lifecycle milestones are an important part of planning around SQL Server versions, maintenance expectations, and internal upgrade tracking. If you still have SQL Server 2016 in your environment, this date is the key reference point on Microsoft’s lifecycle page.
Source note
Microsoft’s published SQL Server 2016 lifecycle information is the basis for this update.