Meters per Second to Knots Converter

Convert wind speeds, vessel velocities, or drone flight data from meters per second into knots instantly. The tool multiplies by the international standard factor of 1.94384 so you can compare readings with nautical charts, marine forecasts, and aviation reports.

Enter the velocity in meters per second using decimal precision if required.

Uses conversion 1 m/s = 1.94384 knots.

Examples

  • A sailing boat traveling at 8 m/s is moving at 15.55 knots.
  • A weather station recording 12 m/s winds reports 23.33 knots.
  • A jet on final approach at 75 m/s equals 145.79 knots of airspeed.

FAQ

What is a knot?

A knot is one nautical mile per hour.

Can I convert knots back to m/s?

Divide the knots value by 1.94384.

Does the conversion consider wind or current?

No, it only converts the numerical speed between units.

Why do pilots and mariners prefer knots?

Knots align with nautical miles, which relate directly to minutes of latitude on navigational charts, simplifying distance and speed calculations at sea and in the air.

Additional Information

  • Knots measure nautical miles per hour; one nautical mile equals 1,852 meters.
  • 1 m/s equals 1.94384 knots using the internationally accepted conversion factor.
  • To express the result in kilometers per hour, multiply meters per second by 3.6 instead.

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