Kilometers per hour to Meters per second Converter

How to convert kilometers per hour to meters per second

To convert kilometers per hour to meters per second, use this formula:

m/s = km/h ÷ 3.6 (the same as multiplying by 0.2777777778)

Examples

• 5 km/h = 1.38889 m/s
• 12 km/h = 3.33333 m/s
• 100 km/h = 27.7778 m/s

Kilometers per hour to Meters per second conversion chart

About the units

Kilometer per hour (km/h)

Kilometers per hour is the unit for road speed limits and car speedometers in most of the world. 1 km/h = 1/3.6 m/s.

Meter per second (m/s)

Meters per second is the SI unit of speed. It is used in physics, engineering and for wind speed in weather reports.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert kilometers per hour to meters per second?

Divide the number of kilometers per hour by 3.6. For example, 5 km/h = 1.38889 m/s.

How many meters per second are in one kilometer per hour?

One kilometer per hour equals 0.2777777778 meters per second.

What is 12 km/h in meters per second?

12 kilometers per hour equals 3.33333 meters per second.

How do I convert meters per second back to kilometers per hour?

Use the reverse Meters per second to Kilometers per hour converter: multiply meters per second by 3.6.

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