How do I convert Meters per second (m/s) to Knot (kn)?

1 ms equals 1.943846 knot using SI-based conversion and precise factors.

What is the formula to convert Meters per second (m/s) to Knot (kn)?

This is a linear unit conversion using a constant factor between units.

Yes, it uses exact definitions or standardized constants (e.g., 1 in = 25.4 mm).

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Category: Speed

Value From To Precision

1.943846 knot

1 ms = 1.943846 knot

High-precision rounding: 6 decimals

We convert by pivoting through the SI base unit for Speed and applying exact factors where applicable.

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Speed is distance over time; knots and mph coexist with SI.

Meters per second (m/s)

SI speed unit.

History: Directly linked to the meter and second.

Knot (kn)

1 nmi per hour.

History: From measuring speed with knotted rope at sea.