However, a general approximation for the speed of sound in dry air at 20°C (68°F) is:
343 meters per second (m/s)
or
767 miles per hour (mph)
or
1,235 kilometers per hour (km/h)
Here's why it varies:
* Temperature: Sound travels faster in warmer air because the molecules are moving faster and collide more frequently.
* Humidity: Humidity makes the air denser, which slightly slows down the speed of sound.
To get a more precise measurement, you'd need to know the exact temperature and humidity of the air.