What is a Knot (kn)?

A knot (kn) is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour, approximately 1.852 km/h.

Definition

Symbol

kn

Category

Speed

System

Both

1 {unit} = {value} {otherUnit}

1 Knot = 0.514444 Meter/Second (m/s)

1 Knot = 1.852 Kilometer/Hour (km/h)

1 Knot = 1.15078 Mile/Hour (mph)

1 Knot = 1.68781 Foot/Second (ft/s)

Common Uses

  • Maritime navigation
  • Aviation speed
  • Weather reporting

Knot Conversions

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