#109379 Hex Color
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#109379 is a cool, moderately saturated teal with a restrained green cast. Its medium-dark lightness feels clear and composed, making it useful for wellness, healthcare, and technology branding. Use it as a supporting color beside warm off-white or navy. The hex code #109379 supports black body text at about a 5.5:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #109379
What is #109379 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #109379 is rgb(16, 147, 121), in HSL hsl(168, 80%, 32%) and in CMYK 89%, 0%, 18%, 42%.
Does #109379 read as warm or cool?
#109379 reads as a cool teal because its blue component tempers its green base, giving it a clear, composed feel rather than a yellowed or earthy one. Its restrained saturation keeps the effect polished instead of highly tropical.
What colors pair well with #109379?
#109379 pairs well with warm off-white for a light, welcoming contrast and with navy for a deeper, more structured palette. For supporting accents, muted terracotta can add warmth without overwhelming the teal.
Is #109379 readable on white or black?
#109379 has a 3.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.47:1 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.