#024660 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #024660 is a cool blue with a subtle green undertone and a dusky, nautical feel. Its low lightness gives layouts authority and depth, making it effective as a dominant background for finance, technology, or government branding. The hex code #024660 supports clear white text at about 10.3:1 contrast, including small body copy.
Questions about #024660
What is #024660 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #024660 is rgb(2, 70, 96), in HSL hsl(197, 96%, 19%) and in CMYK 98%, 27%, 0%, 62%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #024660?
#024660 pairs well with warm neutrals and muted terracotta, while pale blue-gray or soft cream create restrained contrast; a muted peach accent provides a warm complement without competing with the dark base.
Does #024660 read as warm or cool?
#024660 reads as a cool blue because its blue channel is stronger than its red channel, while its slight green component softens the hue into a subdued blue-green rather than a bright, vivid navy.
Is #024660 readable on white or black?
#024660 has a 10.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.04:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.