Convert Kilometers Per Hour to Knots
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Converting Kilometers Per Hour to Knots
Converting kilometers per hour to knots is important in international aviation, marine navigation, and meteorology, particularly when translating between land-based speeds and maritime or aviation standards.
Mathematical Relationship
The mathematical relation between kilometers per hour and knots is: 1 km/h = 0.539957 knots. To convert a speed in kilometers per hour to knots, multiply the km/h value by 0.539957.
Common Conversion Values
| Kilometers Per Hour | Knots |
|---|---|
| 10 | 5.4 |
| 20 | 10.8 |
| 50 | 27 |
| 100 | 54 |
| 185.2 | 100 |
Unit Definitions
Kilometers Per Hour
Kilometers per hour (symbol: km/h) is a unit of speed in the metric system, representing the number of kilometers traveled in one hour. It is the standard unit for road speed limits in most countries worldwide.
Knots
The knot (symbol: kn) is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour, or approximately 1.852 kilometers per hour. It is used in maritime navigation, aviation, and meteorology, particularly for measuring wind speeds and vessel speeds.