knot to yard per second
Convert knot (kn) to yard per second (yd/s). Use an editable speed converter, conversion formula, and reference table.
1 kn = 0.5626032857 yd/s
Conversion formula
One knot equals 0.5626032857 yard per second. Multiply your value in knot by this factor to get yard per second. For the reverse conversion, divide by the same factor.
Worked example
To convert 5 knot:5 × 0.5626032857 = 2.813016429 yd/s
Conversion table
| knot (kn) | yard per second (yd/s) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.005626032857 |
| 0.1 | 0.05626032857 |
| 1 | 0.5626032857 |
| 2 | 1.125206571 |
| 5 | 2.813016429 |
| 10 | 5.626032857 |
| 25 | 14.06508214 |
| 50 | 28.13016429 |
| 100 | 56.26032857 |
| 1000 | 562.6032857 |
About these measurements
Speed is distance traveled per unit of time.
The base reference used here is the meter per second. One knot is 0.5144444444 base units; one yard per second is 0.9144 base units.
Important distinctions
Mach is excluded because the speed of sound depends on medium and temperature.
Precision
The converter uses stored conversion factors and floating-point arithmetic. Results display up to ten significant digits, switching to scientific notation for very small or large values. Keep the precision of your original measurement when reporting results.
Common questions
How do I convert kn to yd/s?
Multiply the quantity in kn by 0.5626032857. You can also type the value into the converter above.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. Use the swap button or open the yard per second to knot converter.
Reference
NIST Guide to the SI — conversion factors and prefix conventions. SI prefixes scale units by powers of ten; the dimension-specific notes above describe the assumptions used on this page.
