#52BCDF Hex Color
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Light and cool, #52bcdf is a softened cyan-blue with clear aqua undertones and moderate saturation. Its airy brightness feels fresh and youthful without becoming harsh. The hex code #52bcdf works well for spring graphics, technology interfaces, children’s products, and aerospace themes. Use black text for strong readability, since it provides about 9.6:1 contrast for body copy.
Questions about #52bcdf
What is #52bcdf in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #52bcdf is rgb(82, 188, 223), in HSL hsl(195, 69%, 60%) and in CMYK 63%, 16%, 0%, 13%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #52bcdf?
#52bcdf pairs well with navy, charcoal, and coral, which add depth or a warm counterpoint to its light, cool cyan character across interfaces and seasonal graphics. Use navy for structure, charcoal for text, and coral sparingly when the palette needs extra energy.
Is #52bcdf readable on white or black?
#52bcdf has a 2.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.61:1 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.