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Knot to Meter per Second Converter

Convert knots to meters per second instantly with our accurate and easy-to-use conversion tool.

kn
Result
0m/s

Meter per Second

Conversion Formula

Meter per Second = Knot × 0.514444

Where:

  • kn = Knot
  • m/s = Meter per Second

About Knot

The knot (kn) is a unit of speedin the nautical system of measurement.

About Meter per Second

The meter per second (m/s) is a unit of speedin the metric system of measurement.

How to Convert Knot to Meter per Second

To convert from knots to meters per second, use our converter above. Simply enter the value in knotsand get instant results in meters per second.

Quick Reference:

  • 1 kn = 0.514444 m/s
  • 1 m/s = 1.943846 kn

Common Knot to Meter per Second Conversions

1 kn
= 0.51 m/s
5 kn
= 2.57 m/s
10 kn
= 5.14 m/s
25 kn
= 12.86 m/s
50 kn
= 25.72 m/s
100 kn
= 51.44 m/s

Conversion Reference Table

Knot (kn)Meter per Second (m/s)
10.5144
21.0289
31.5433
42.0578
52.5722
105.1444
157.7167
2010.2889
2512.8611
5025.7222
7538.5833
10051.4444
250128.611
500257.222
1,000514.444

Quick reference table showing common knots to meters per second conversions.

Real-World Speed Conversions

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Driving and Road Travel

Speed limits vary by country: US highways (55-80 mph), European motorways (120-130 km/h), urban areas (25-50 km/h or 15-30 mph).

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Running and Athletics

Track running speeds: sprinting (15-28 mph), distance running (10-15 mph), jogging (5-8 mph), walking (3-4 mph). Marathon pace is about 11-13 mph for elites.

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Aviation and Flight

Commercial aircraft cruise at 460-575 mph (400-500 knots). Small planes fly at 100-200 mph. Helicopters typically cruise at 100-150 mph.

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Weather and Wind Speed

Wind speeds: calm (0-5 mph), breeze (8-18 mph), gale (39-54 mph), hurricane force (74+ mph or 119+ km/h). Weather reports use mph, km/h, or knots.

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Cycling and Biking

Recreational cycling: 10-15 mph. Road racing: 25-28 mph average. Tour de France averages 25 mph (40 km/h) over mountain stages.

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Maritime and Boats

Ships use knots for speed. Cargo ships: 15-25 knots. Cruise ships: 20-24 knots. Sailboats: 4-8 knots. Ferries and speedboats: 30-50+ knots.

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