#52A3B3 Hex Color
A steady, cool cyan with professional depth
This unsaturated, cool cyan offers a steady presence that works well for branding and UI design. Because it maintains strong contrast against black text, it functions effectively for small, readable body copy. The hex code for this shade is #52a3b3. Pair it with soft, warm grays to ground its clinical, tech-focused personality without losing that refreshing feel.
Questions about #52a3b3
What is #52a3b3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #52a3b3 is rgb(82, 163, 179), in HSL hsl(190, 39%, 51%) and in CMYK 54%, 9%, 0%, 30%.
What colors pair well with #52a3b3 for a balanced palette?
#52a3b3 works best when grounded by neutral tones to maintain its professional, tech-focused quality. Pair this cyan with warm gray to soften its clinical edge or use charcoal for high-contrast, accessible typography that remains easy on the eyes.
Does #52a3b3 work for body text in web design?
Yes, #52a3b3 is effective for body copy because it provides strong contrast against standard dark backgrounds while remaining softer than pure blue. Its unsaturated nature prevents visual fatigue, making it a functional choice for long-form content in tech-oriented digital products.
Is #52a3b3 readable on white or black?
#52a3b3 has a 2.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.24:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.