#9DD8EA Hex Color
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This pale, dusty cyan feels light and airy due to its high saturation and cool undertones. Because it offers excellent contrast with black text, #9dd8ea works well for clean, readable UI backgrounds. Avoid using it alongside stark white, as it can appear washed out. Pair this hex code with warm, earthy terracotta tones for a balanced, modern contrast.
Questions about #9dd8ea
What is #9dd8ea in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9dd8ea is rgb(157, 216, 234), in HSL hsl(194, 65%, 77%) and in CMYK 33%, 8%, 0%, 8%.
What is the best way to use #9dd8ea in web design?
Use #9dd8ea as a distinct, readable background for black UI text to capitalize on its high contrast. Because it looks washed out against pure white, try layering it over muted, darker backgrounds or pairing it directly with terracotta accents for balance.
Does #9dd8ea feel warm or cool in a color scheme?
This hue feels decidedly cool due to its cyan base, acting as a refreshing, airy anchor in a design. To prevent the layout from feeling too chilly, add warmth by contrasting it with deeper, earthy tones or rich, neutral browns.
Is #9dd8ea readable on white or black?
#9dd8ea has a 1.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.44:1 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.