Miles per Hour to Meters per Second

Miles per Hour to Meters per Second Conversion Formula

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

Step-by-Step Speed Conversion Guide

1. Take your speed value in miles per hour
2. Multiply it by 0.44704
3. Get your result in meters per second

Common Miles per Hour to Meters per Second Conversions

Practical Applications of MPH to M/S Converter

• Science: Converting speeds from imperial to SI metric units
• Sports: Comparing running, cycling, and swimming speeds
• Meteorology: Converting wind speeds from mph to m/s
• Aviation: Converting speeds for international standards

What is a Mile per Hour

A mile per hour (mph) is a unit of speed commonly used in the United States and the United Kingdom. One mile per hour equals approximately 0.447 meters per second. This unit is widely used in road traffic and aviation in English-speaking countries.

Quick Conversion Tips

For quick approximations, remember: 1 mph ≈ 0.45 m/s. Or conversely: 1 m/s ≈ 2.24 mph. For a rough estimate, you can divide mph by 2 — this gives an approximate value in m/s.