#9FC8CC Hex Color
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This faded, pastel cyan features a muted intensity and cool, airy character. Because it is highly unsaturated, #9fc8cc works best as a large-scale UI background or supporting neutral rather than an accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal or warm terracotta to add structure. The hex code for this light, delicate tone is #9fc8cc, which supports high-contrast black text for excellent legibility.
Questions about #9fc8cc
What is #9fc8cc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9fc8cc is rgb(159, 200, 204), in HSL hsl(185, 31%, 71%) and in CMYK 22%, 2%, 0%, 20%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #9fc8cc for a balanced palette?
#9fc8cc works best when balanced against darker, structured tones like charcoal or deep navy, which provide necessary contrast. Alternatively, pairing it with warm, earthy terracotta creates a sophisticated, muted look that keeps the overall design feeling grounded.
Is #9fc8cc readable on white or black?
#9fc8cc has a 1.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.60:1 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.