#066465 Hex Color
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#066465 is a deep, muted cyan with an ashy undertone that leans toward a moody teal. It functions best as a dominant dark mode background, offering a sophisticated alternative to standard charcoal. With a 7.0:1 contrast ratio against white, fine text remains highly legible. Pair this hex code with warm grays or creams to balance its inherently cool temperature.
Questions about #066465
What is #066465 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #066465 is rgb(6, 100, 101), in HSL hsl(181, 89%, 21%) and in CMYK 94%, 1%, 0%, 60%.
What colors pair best with the muted tone of #066465?
Warm grays and creamy whites create the most harmonious balance when paired with #066465. These softer, neutral tones counteract the inherent coolness of the teal, preventing the design from feeling overly clinical or harsh in professional interfaces.
Is #066465 readable on white or black?
#066465 has a 6.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.01:1 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.