#0B8EA8 Hex Color
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This cool cyan sits at a mid-range saturation, balancing a sharp, technical feel with a refreshing edge. Because it maintains strong contrast, #0b8ea8 works effectively as a base for small, readable body text. It pairs well with soft greys in modern UI design. Use this hex code as a primary accent for technology or educational interfaces where clarity and trust are priorities.
Questions about #0b8ea8
What is #0b8ea8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0b8ea8 is rgb(11, 142, 168), in HSL hsl(190, 88%, 35%) and in CMYK 93%, 15%, 0%, 34%.
What colors pair best with #0b8ea8 for UI design?
#0b8ea8 works exceptionally well when paired with charcoal for high-contrast text or crisp white for clean, modern spacing. Because it holds a technical, sharp edge, using soft neutral greys helps maintain balance without overwhelming your interface.
Is #0b8ea8 a warm or cool color?
#0b8ea8 is firmly in the cool color spectrum, leaning heavily into cyan and blue undertones. This makes it an ideal choice for industries like technology, finance, or education where projecting a sense of clarity, trust, and professional stability is a priority.
Is #0b8ea8 readable on white or black?
#0b8ea8 has a 3.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.44:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.