Knot to Meter/Second Converter
1 kn = 0.514444 m/s
1 kn = 0.514444 m/s
Knot to Meter/Second Table
| Knot (kn) | Meter/Second (m/s) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.005144 |
| 0.1 | 0.051444 |
| 1 | 0.514444 |
| 2 | 1.0289 |
| 5 | 2.5722 |
| 10 | 5.1444 |
| 20 | 10.2889 |
| 50 | 25.7222 |
| 100 | 51.4444 |
| 500 | 257.22 |
| 1000 | 514.44 |
How to Convert Knot to Meter/Second
To convert Knot (kn) to Meter/Second (m/s), use the formula: 1 kn = 0.514444 m/s.
For example, to convert 5 kn to m/s: 5 kn = 2.5722 m/s. Similarly, 10 kn = 5.1444 m/s, 25 kn = 12.8611 m/s, and 100 kn = 51.4444 m/s.
To convert in the other direction, 1 m/s = 1.9438 kn. Simply enter your value in either field above for instant bi-directional conversion.
What is a Knot?
A knot (kn) equals one nautical mile per hour. Knots are the standard speed unit in maritime and aviation.
What is a Meter/Second?
Meters per second (m/s) is the SI unit of speed. Used in physics and weather for wind speed measurements.
Common Knot to Meter/Second Conversions
Here are some frequently looked-up conversions between Knot and Meter/Second:
- 1 kn = 0.514444 m/s
- 5 kn = 2.5722 m/s
- 10 kn = 5.1444 m/s
- 25 kn = 12.8611 m/s
- 100 kn = 51.4444 m/s