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
