#A5FFFF Hex Color

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This luminous, pale cyan feels light and airy without being overwhelming. The hex code for this shade is #a5ffff. Because it is so light, it functions best as a background color, where black text offers maximum readability. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate greys for a professional, tech-forward aesthetic that feels clean and modern.

Questions about #a5ffff

What is #a5ffff in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a5ffff is rgb(165, 255, 255), in HSL hsl(180, 100%, 82%) and in CMYK 35%, 0%, 0%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #a5ffff?
This pale cyan creates a striking, professional aesthetic when paired with deep charcoal or dark slate grays. These high-contrast combinations ensure text remains legible while maintaining a clean, modern, and tech-forward visual identity.
Is #a5ffff readable on white or black?
#a5ffff has a 1.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.34:1 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.