Convert knots to meters per second and m/s to knots instantly. Bidirectional speed converter with formula and common values.
To convert knots to m/s, multiply by 0.514444. This factor comes from dividing one nautical mile (1,852 m) by 3,600 seconds per hour.
| Knots | m/s |
|---|---|
| 5 | 2.572 |
| 15 | 7.717 |
| 25 | 12.861 |
| 34 | 17.491 |
| 48 | 24.693 |
| 64 | 32.924 |
| 100 | 51.444 |
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One knot equals approximately 0.514444 meters per second.
Multiply the number of knots by 0.514444. For example, 15 knots × 0.514444 = 7.717 m/s.
Meteorologists and scientists often need wind speeds in m/s for calculations and international reports, while marine forecasts use knots.
Force 6 (strong breeze) is 10.8–13.8 m/s (21–27 kn). Force 12 (hurricane) starts at 32.7 m/s (64 kn).