Kilometers per Hour (km/h) Converter

Miles per hour (mph)
62.137
Meters per second (m/s)
27.778
Feet per second (ft/s)
91.134
Knots (kts)
54.0

Understanding Kilometers per Hour (km/h)

What is a Kilometer per Hour?

A kilometer per hour (km/h) is the standard metric unit for measuring speed, representing the distance in kilometers traveled in one hour. It's commonly used worldwide for vehicle speeds, weather measurements, and sports.

Common Uses

  • Speed limits on roads
  • Vehicle speedometers
  • Wind speed measurements
  • Athletic performance tracking

Quick Reference

  • 1 km/h = 0.621371 mph
  • 1 km/h = 0.277778 m/s
  • 1 km/h = 0.911344 ft/s
  • 1 km/h = 0.539957 knots