Codes & values
- Color Name
Dark Cyan - Color ID
KDF-C-00035723 - HEX
#008B8B - RGB
rgb(0, 139, 139) - RGBA
rgba(0, 139, 139, 1) - HSL
hsl(180, 100%, 27%) - HSLA
hsla(180, 100%, 27%, 1) - HSV / HSB
hsv(180, 100%, 55%) - CMYK
cmyk(100%, 0%, 0%, 45%) - Light / Dark
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Quick answers
- What is the HEX code for Dark Cyan?
- #008B8B
- What is Dark Cyan RGB?
- rgb(0, 139, 139)
- What is Dark Cyan HSL?
- hsl(180, 100%, 27%)
- What is Dark Cyan CMYK?
- cmyk(100%, 0%, 0%, 45%)
What is Dark Cyan?
Dark Cyan is a curated cyan family color at #008B8B. It appears in our library with tags for web, design, ui and matches the CSS named color keyword. This shade classifies as dark — strong for text, dark-mode surfaces, or dramatic branding. Temperature lean: cool — calmer, often used for tech, healthcare, and finance trust..
Dark Cyan HEX code
The HEX code for Dark Cyan is #008B8B. Paste it into CSS as color: #008B8B; or background-color: #008B8B;. Design tools accept the same six-digit value without the # prefix (008b8b).
Dark Cyan RGB
Dark Cyan in RGB is rgb(0, 139, 139) (channels R 0, G 139, B 139). Use RGB when you need opacity via rgba(0, 139, 139, 1).
Dark Cyan HSL & HSV
HSL is hsl(180, 100%, 27%) — useful for generating lighter/darker variants by adjusting lightness. HSV/HSB is hsv(180, 100%, 55%), closer to how many digital pickers expose hue, saturation, and brightness.
Dark Cyan CMYK
Approximate CMYK for Dark Cyan is cmyk(100%, 0%, 0%, 45%). Screen HEX/RGB values are device-dependent; for print, always soft-proof in your print profile rather than relying on a web conversion alone.
Shades of Dark Cyan
Darker shades (mixed toward black): #007474, #005D5D, #004646, #002E2E, #001717. Use deeper shades for hover states, borders, and dark-mode accents.
Tints of Dark Cyan
Lighter tints (mixed toward white): #2B9E9E, #55B2B2, #80C5C5, #AAD8D8, #D5ECEC. Tints work well for soft backgrounds, chips, and secondary buttons.
Colors that go with Dark Cyan
Complementary pairing: #008B8B, #8B0000. Analogous neighbors: #008B46, #008B8B, #00458B. Triadic accents: #008B8B, #8B008B, #8B8B00. Always check text contrast when pairing.
Dark Cyan color combinations
A practical combo: primary #008B8B, complementary accent #8B0000, and a neutral charcoal or off-white for text and surfaces. Split-complementary options: #008B8B, #8B0046, #8B4600.
Dark Cyan in web design
Cyan and teal feel modern and technical. They suit dashboards, SaaS accents, and ocean-inspired branding when balanced with neutrals.
Dark Cyan in branding
Teal brands feel fresh and digital-native — popular with fintech and travel startups. Contrast vs white is 4.15:1 (better as a large accent or background than small body text); vs black 5.07:1.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the HEX code for Dark Cyan?
- Dark Cyan: #008B8B.
- What is Dark Cyan RGB?
- Dark Cyan: rgb(0, 139, 139).
- What is Dark Cyan HSL?
- Dark Cyan: hsl(180, 100%, 27%).
- What is Dark Cyan CMYK?
- Dark Cyan: cmyk(100%, 0%, 0%, 45%).
- What colors go with Dark Cyan?
- Try complementary #008B8B, #8B0000 or analogous #008B46, #008B8B, #00458B.
- Is Dark Cyan good for text on white?
- Not ideal for small body text (4.15:1). Use as a large heading, button, or background instead.
Accessibility snapshot
Contrast vs white: 4.15:1 (prefer large accent or background). Contrast vs black: 5.07:1. Complementary swatch: #008B8B, #8B0000.
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