Convert Knot to Meter per Second
0.514444
≈ 33/64 m/s
1 kn = 0.514444 m/s
Use the conversion factor 1 kn = 0.514444 m/s. To convert Knot to Meter per Second, multiply the input value by 0.514444.
Conversion Formula
m/s = kn × 0.514444
Reverse: kn = m/s × 1.94385
Conversion Examples
1 kn × 0.514444 =
0.514444 m/s
1 Knots = 0.514444 Meters per Second
5 kn × 0.514444 =
2.57222 m/s
5 Knots = 2.57222 Meters per Second
10 kn × 0.514444 =
5.14444 m/s
10 Knots = 5.14444 Meters per Second
25 kn × 0.514444 =
12.8611 m/s
25 Knots = 12.8611 Meters per Second
50 kn × 0.514444 =
25.7222 m/s
50 Knots = 25.7222 Meters per Second
100 kn × 0.514444 =
51.4444 m/s
100 Knots = 51.4444 Meters per Second
Knot to Meter per Second Table
kn =—m/s
| Knot (kn) | Meter per Second (m/s) | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.5144 | 33/64 |
| 6 | 3.0867 | 3 3/32 |
| 11 | 5.6589 | 5 21/32 |
| 16 | 8.2311 | 8 15/64 |
| 21 | 10.8033 | 10 51/64 |
| 26 | 13.3755 | 13 3/8 |
| 31 | 15.9478 | 15 61/64 |
| 36 | 18.52 | 18 33/64 |
| 41 | 21.0922 | 21 3/32 |
| 46 | 23.6644 | 23 43/64 |
| 51 | 26.2366 | 26 15/64 |
| 56 | 28.8089 | 28 13/16 |
| 61 | 31.3811 | 31 3/8 |
| 66 | 33.9533 | 33 61/64 |
| 71 | 36.5255 | 36 17/32 |
| 76 | 39.0977 | 39 3/32 |
| 81 | 41.67 | 41 43/64 |
| 86 | 44.2422 | 44 15/64 |
| 91 | 46.8144 | 46 13/16 |
| 96 | 49.3866 | 49 25/64 |
Unit Definitions
What is a Knot (kn)?
OtherWorldwide (maritime/aviation)
Knot (kn) is one of the two units used in this conversion. Open its dedicated unit page for the reviewed definition and references.
Learn more about KnotWhat is a Meter per Second (m/s)?
Metric (SI)Worldwide
Meter per Second (m/s) is one of the two units used in this conversion. Open its dedicated unit page for the reviewed definition and references.
Learn more about Meter per SecondFrequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Knot to Meter per Second?
Multiply the value in kn by 0.514444. The formula is m/s = kn × 0.514444.
How many Meter per Second are in 1 Knot?
One Knot equals 0.514444 m/s.
What is 100 kn in m/s?
100 kn equals 51.4444 m/s.
How do I convert Meter per Second back to Knot?
Use the reverse factor: 1 m/s = 1.943846172 kn.