Knots to Meters per Second converter (kn to m/s)
Convert Knots (kn) to Meters per Second (m/s) with this free calculator. Type a value, press Convert, and the page applies the same factor shown in the formula below — no rounded shortcut, and nothing is stored on a server.
Meters per Second to Knots (m/s to kn) ►
How to convert Knots to Meters per Second
1 knot (kn) is equal to 0.514444 meters per second (m/s).
ms = kn × 0.514444
Multiply the speed in knots by 0.514444:
Example: Convert 10 knots to m/s:
ms = 10 × 0.514444 = 5.14444 ms
What is a Knots?
The Knots (kn) is the starting or target unit on this page. Use the calculator above to convert values without looking up the factor by hand.
What is a Meters per Second?
The Meters per Second (m/s) is the starting or target unit on this page. Use the calculator above to convert values without looking up the factor by hand.
This page converts speed from Knots into Meters per Second. One kn equals 0.514444 m/s.
Knots to Meters per Second conversion table
Common kn values and the matching m/s result, calculated with the same factor as the widget. Highlight a nearby row if you want a quick check without entering a number.
| Knots (kn) | Meters per Second (m/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 kn | 0.514444 m/s |
| 5 kn | 2.57222 m/s |
| 10 kn | 5.14444 m/s |
| 20 kn | 10.28888 m/s |
| 30 kn | 15.43332 m/s |
| 50 kn | 25.7222 m/s |
| 100 kn | 51.4444 m/s |
How this calculator works
The form on this page is a Knots-to-Meters per Second converter. After you enter a number, JavaScript multiplies or rearranges it with the published conversion factor and writes the m/s result in the output box. The step-by-step panel repeats the arithmetic so you can copy it into homework or a spreadsheet.
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FAQ
How many m/s are in 1 kn?
1 kn = 0.514444 m/s.
How do I convert Knots to Meters per Second?
Multiply the speed in knots by 0.514444:
Is this kn to m/s converter free?
Yes. GigaTables calculators are free to use in a browser. You do not need an account, and the values you type are not uploaded.