Convert knot to mile per hour
Enter the value to convert from knot to mile per hour.
How to Convert Knot to Mile per hour
Converting knot to mile per hour is straightforward using our conversion calculator.
Conversion Formula
mph = kn × 1.15077944802Reverse conversion: Convert mile per hour to knot
Comparison: Knot vs Mile-per-hour
When to Use Each Unit
Knot: International standard for maritime navigation, aviation, meteorology, and oceanography worldwide.
Mile-per-hour: Primary speed unit in United States for transportation, weather, and general speed measurements.
Common Conversion Values
- 1 knot ≈ 0.514 m/s
- 1 knot ≈ 1.852 km/h
- 1 knot ≈ 1.151 mph
- 1 knot ≈ 1.688 ft/s
About Knot
Definition: The knot (symbol: kn) is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour, standard for maritime and aviation use.
History: Derived from ship navigation using knotted rope. One knot equals one nautical mile (1852 meters) per hour.
Current Use: International standard for maritime navigation, aviation, meteorology, and oceanography worldwide.
Examples: Ship cruising: 10-25 knots, aircraft: 150-500 knots, wind speed: 5-100+ knots, ocean currents: 1-5 knots
About Mile
Definition: The mile per hour (symbol: mph) expresses speed as the number of miles traveled in one hour.
History: Developed with imperial measurement system and automotive era. Standard in United States and some Commonwealth countries.
Current Use: Primary speed unit in United States for transportation, weather, and general speed measurements.
Examples: City speed: 25-35 mph, highway: 55-80 mph, running: 6-15 mph, hurricane winds: 74+ mph