Convert Knots to Meters per second
One knot equals 0.514444 meters per second. Type any value to convert knots to meters per second instantly — with a full reference table below.
Convert Knots to Meters per second
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Conversion formula
To convert knots to meters per second, multiply by 0.514444. One knot equals 0.514444 m/s, and one meter per second equals 1.943846 kn.
Knots to Meters per second table
About converting Knots to Meters per second
Knots (kn) and Meters per second (m/s) are both units of speed. The exact factor is 1 kn = 0.514444 m/s, so multiply by 0.514444 to go from knots to meters per second (or divide to go back).
The conversion is exact and runs entirely in your browser. Need the reverse? Use the Meters per second to Knots converter, or the full unit converter for every unit at once.
Frequently asked questions
How many meters per second are in one knot?
One knot equals 0.514444 meters per second.
How do I convert knots to meters per second?
Multiply the number of knots by 0.514444. For example, 10 knots = 5.14444 meters per second.
What is 5 knots in meters per second?
5 knots is 2.57222 meters per second.