GCC Weather

Weather and Climate at GCC

Gateway Community College, part of the Maricopa Community Colleges, is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The climate is characterized by:

• Hot summers with average highs around 100°F (38°C) and lows around 80°F (27°C).
• Mild winters with average highs around 65°F (18°C) and lows around 45°F (7°C).
• Very low annual rainfall, averaging about 8 inches (200 mm).
• Occasional monsoon storms in late summer which can bring heavy rain and thunderstorms.

The weather impacts GCC by making air conditioning essential for campus buildings and affecting outdoor activities and commuting during the hottest months.