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Meter per Second to Knot Converter

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

m/s
Result
0kn

Knot

Conversion Formula

Knot = Meter per Second × 1.943846

Where:

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

About Meter per Second

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

About Knot

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

How to Convert Meter per Second to Knot

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

Quick Reference:

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

Common Meter per Second to Knot Conversions

1 m/s
= 1.94 kn
5 m/s
= 9.72 kn
10 m/s
= 19.44 kn
25 m/s
= 48.60 kn
50 m/s
= 97.19 kn
100 m/s
= 194.38 kn

Conversion Reference Table

Meter per Second (m/s)Knot (kn)
11.9438
23.8877
35.8315
47.7754
59.7192
1019.4385
1529.1577
2038.8769
2548.5962
5097.1923
75145.7885
100194.3846
250485.9615
500971.9231
1,0001,943.8462

Quick reference table showing common meters per second to knots 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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