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Grand Prairie

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Grand Prairie month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Grand Prairie are typically March, April and November, with average daytime highs around 20–25°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 35°C), January the coldest (average low 4°C), and May the wettest (about 166 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January13.83.7657.4
February16.65.7907.2
March22.011.11068.6
April24.914.11459.4
May28.718.91669.8
June32.823.211311.4
July35.425.66112.1
August35.025.59411.6
September31.822.19510.4
October26.916.21409.4
November20.210.3867.8
December16.36.8696.9

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People and places shaping Grand Prairie

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Past and future events in Grand Prairie

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Documented history · 1863

    The city of Grand Prairie was first established as Dechman by Alexander McRae Dechman in 1863.

  2. Documented history · 1867

    In 1867, Dechman filed a town plat with Dallas County, consisting of 50 acres (20 ha).

  3. Documented history · 1876

    In 1876, Dechman traded half his "prairie" property to the T&P Railroad to ensure the railroad came through the town.

  4. Documented history · 1870

    The first church in the area was the Good Hope Cumberland Sabbath School, established in 1870 by Rev.

Current public leadership

  • Ron Jensen

    Wikidata currently records this person as Grand Prairie's head of government.

People associated with this place

  • Selena Gomez

    Wikidata records Grand Prairie as this person's place of birth. American singer and actress (born 1992).

  • Jeff Okudah

    Wikidata records Grand Prairie as this person's place of birth. American football player (born 1999).

  • Andre Akpan

    soccer player

  • Larry D. Alexander

    artist and writer

  • Rodney Anderson

    Republican member of the Texas House of Representatives from Grand Prairie (2011–2013)

Historical figures

  • Dimebag Darrell

    Wikidata records Grand Prairie as this historical figure's place of birth. American guitarist (1966–2004).

  • Jud Larson

    Wikidata records Grand Prairie as this historical figure's place of birth. American racecar driver (1923-1966).

  • Nikki McKibbin

    Wikidata records Grand Prairie as this historical figure's place of birth. American musician.

  • Charley Taylor

    Wikidata records Grand Prairie as this historical figure's place of birth. American football player and coach (1941–2022).

Local business and employers

  • CFM International

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Grand Prairie. Aircraft engine manufacturer.

  • Strayer Voigt Inc

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Grand Prairie. Manufacturer of M1911-styled modular pistols.

  • Airbus Helicopters, Inc.

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Grand Prairie.

  • 2M Technology

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Grand Prairie. Physical security systems integrator based in Grand Prairie, Texas, United States.

  • NeoMatrix Therapeutics (United States)

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Grand Prairie. Company in Stony Brook, United States.

Newspapers and local media

No local newspaper or media outlet has passed the source checks for Grand Prairie yet.

Buildings and landmarks

  • Uptown Theater

    Wikidata places this site in Grand Prairie. Movie theater in Grand Prairie, Texas, United States.

  • Grand Theater

    Wikidata places this site in Grand Prairie. Former movie theater in Grand Prairie, Texas, United States.

  • Twin Drive-In

    Wikidata places this site in Grand Prairie. Former drive-in movie theater in Grand Prairie, Texas, United States.

  • Century Drive-In

    Wikidata places this site in Grand Prairie. Former drive-in movie theater in Grand Prairie, Texas, United States.

  • Century 5 Drive-In

    Wikidata places this site in Grand Prairie. Former drive-in movie theater in Grand Prairie, Texas, United States.

  • Cinemark Movies 16

    Wikidata places this site in Grand Prairie. Movie theater in Grand Prairie, Texas, United States.

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01 · Overview

Grand Prairie, in brief

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02 · History

How Grand Prairie took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Grand Prairie

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Grand Prairie

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Grand Prairie

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Grand Prairie

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Grand Prairie

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08 · Questions

Questions about Grand Prairie

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Frequently Asked Questions about Grand Prairie

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Grand Prairie located and what are its coordinates?

Grand Prairie is situated in United States at geographic coordinates 32.7460, -96.9978, with an elevation of 157 meters above sea level.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Grand Prairie?

Grand Prairie has a recorded population of approximately 187,809 and observes the America/Chicago time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Grand Prairie?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Grand Prairie include EN-US, ES-US, HAW, French, with USD used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Grand Prairie?

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