Convert knots to miles per hour instantly with our precise speed converter. Perfect for marine navigation, aviation, and weather reporting.
A knot (kn) is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour. It's the standard unit for measuring speed in marine and aviation contexts worldwide.
1 knot = 1 nautical mile per hour
Miles per hour (mph) is a unit of speed expressing the number of statute miles covered in one hour. It's commonly used for land transportation in the United States.
1 mph = 1 statute mile per hour
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