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Convert knots (kn) to meters per second (m/s). The knot (kn) is one nautical mile per hour — the standard speed unit in sailing, shipping and aviation. Meters per second (m/s) is the SI speed unit used in physics, engineering and many countries' wind forecasts. Everything is calculated locally in your browser — no server, and it works offline.
0.514444 m/s
in meters per second (meter per second)
To convert knots to meters per second, multiply the knot value by 0.514444.
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| Knots (kn) | Meters per second (m/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.514444 |
| 2 | 1.02889 |
| 3 | 1.54333 |
| 4 | 2.05778 |
| 5 | 2.57222 |
| 10 | 5.14444 |
| 20 | 10.2889 |
| 50 | 25.7222 |
| 100 | 51.4444 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many meters per second are in a knot?
One knot equals 0.514444 meters per second (1 kn = 0.514444 m/s). So to go from knots to meters per second, multiply the knot value by 0.514444.
What is the formula to convert knots to meters per second?
To convert knots to meters per second, multiply the knot value by 0.514444. For example, 10 kn is 5.14444 m/s.
What is 20 knots in meters per second?
20 knots — a fast sailing yacht — is 10.2889 meters per second. The converter above works for any value, entirely in your browser.
Is the knot to meter per second conversion exact?
The factor used here is the defined value: 1 kn = 0.5144444444 m/s. Results are rounded to six significant digits for readability, so for high-precision work use the full factor.