#006678 Hex Color
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Dark and cool, #006678 is a somber cyan with a mysterious edge. This muted, moody shade brings a sense of seriousness to technology, entertainment, and aerospace design projects. Because it feels both refreshing and reserved, it works well as a grounding background color. The hex code for this dim, unsaturated tone is #006678.
Questions about #006678
What is #006678 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #006678 is rgb(0, 102, 120), in HSL hsl(189, 100%, 24%) and in CMYK 100%, 15%, 0%, 53%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What design aesthetic works best with #006678?
This deep, somber cyan serves as an excellent grounding neutral in professional design environments. Pair it with soft creams or stark whites to allow the muted, technical quality of the color to stand out without feeling overly aggressive or vibrant.
Is #006678 considered a warm or cool color?
This shade is distinctly cool, carrying deep blue and green undertones that evoke a sense of seriousness and depth. Its restrained, unsaturated nature makes it an ideal choice for backgrounds requiring a calm, stable, and intellectual visual presence.
Is #006678 readable on white or black?
#006678 has a 6.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.17:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.