Convert wind speed between mph, km/h, meters per second, knots, feet per second, and the Beaufort scale. Enter one wind speed value and instantly see the most common wind speed conversions.
Wind speed:
Enter the wind speed value you want to convert.
From unit:
Select the starting unit, such as mph, km/h, m/s, knots, ft/s, or Beaufort scale.
Main result unit:
Choose the unit you want displayed as the main result.
All conversions:
The calculator also shows matching values in every supported wind speed unit.
A wind speed converter is useful for weather reports, boating, aviation references, outdoor work, storm planning, camping, sports, and comparing wind readings across different units.
Different forecasts and tools use different wind units, so converting between mph, km/h, m/s, and knots can make readings easier to compare.
Your result shows the wind speed converted into common wind units. It also estimates the Beaufort scale number, wind description, common wind effect, and general guidance based on the selected use case.
It can convert between mph, km/h, meters per second, knots, feet per second, and Beaufort scale.
1 mph equals 1.609344 km/h.
1 mph equals about 0.868976 knots.
No. The Beaufort scale is a wind force category based on speed ranges and common observed effects.