Kilometers per Hour to Meters per Second
1 km/h = 0.277777777778 m/s
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1 Kilometers per Hour (km/h) = 0.277778 Meters per Second (m/s)
Explanation
Divide by 3.6 (or multiply by 1000/3600) to convert hourly kilometers into meters per second.
Common Conversion Values
| Kilometers per Hour (km/h) | Meters per Second (m/s) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.138889 |
| 1 | 0.277778 |
| 2 | 0.555556 |
| 5 | 1.388889 |
| 10 | 2.777778 |
| 20 | 5.555556 |
| 30 | 8.333333 |
| 60 | 16.666667 |
| 100 | 27.777778 |
| 120 | 33.333333 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What defines this conversion?
The factor is derived from exact meter, foot, mile, hour, and knot definitions.
Is the reverse conversion available?
Yes. Use the switch button or open the Meters per Second (m/s) to Kilometers per Hour (km/h) hub to view the mirror conversion.
Can I use decimals?
Yes. Decimal inputs are supported so fractional speed values remain precise in calculator output.