#046363 Hex Color
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A moody, dusty cyan, #046363 carries a heavy, serious weight due to its low lightness and unsaturated composition. It acts as an effective, grounded base for technology or aerospace interfaces. Because it offers strong contrast against white text, it works well for readable UI backgrounds. Pair this shade with soft cream or warm terracotta to balance its cool, reserved temperament.
Questions about #046363
What is #046363 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #046363 is rgb(4, 99, 99), in HSL hsl(180, 92%, 20%) and in CMYK 96%, 0%, 0%, 61%.
What colors pair well with #046363 for a balanced palette?
#046363 works best when balanced against warmer, softer tones to counteract its inherent coolness. Try pairing this shade with creamy off-whites to brighten the interface or earthy terracotta to introduce a complementary warmth that keeps the design feeling approachable.
Is #046363 readable on white or black?
#046363 has a 7.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.97:1 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.