Codes & values
- Color Name
Dark Turquoise - Color ID
KDF-C-00052945 - HEX
#00CED1 - RGB
rgb(0, 206, 209) - RGBA
rgba(0, 206, 209, 1) - HSL
hsl(181, 100%, 41%) - HSLA
hsla(181, 100%, 41%, 1) - HSV / HSB
hsv(181, 100%, 82%) - CMYK
cmyk(100%, 1%, 0%, 18%) - Light / Dark
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Quick answers
- What is the HEX code for Dark Turquoise?
- #00CED1
- What is Dark Turquoise RGB?
- rgb(0, 206, 209)
- What is Dark Turquoise HSL?
- hsl(181, 100%, 41%)
- What is Dark Turquoise CMYK?
- cmyk(100%, 1%, 0%, 18%)
What is Dark Turquoise?
Dark Turquoise is a curated cyan family color at #00CED1. It appears in our library with tags for web, design, ui and matches the CSS named color keyword. This mid-range shade works as a primary brand or UI accent when contrast with text is verified. Temperature lean: cool — calmer, often used for tech, healthcare, and finance trust..
Dark Turquoise HEX code
The HEX code for Dark Turquoise is #00CED1. Paste it into CSS as color: #00CED1; or background-color: #00CED1;. Design tools accept the same six-digit value without the # prefix (00ced1).
Dark Turquoise RGB
Dark Turquoise in RGB is rgb(0, 206, 209) (channels R 0, G 206, B 209). Use RGB when you need opacity via rgba(0, 206, 209, 1).
Dark Turquoise HSL & HSV
HSL is hsl(181, 100%, 41%) — useful for generating lighter/darker variants by adjusting lightness. HSV/HSB is hsv(181, 100%, 82%), closer to how many digital pickers expose hue, saturation, and brightness.
Dark Turquoise CMYK
Approximate CMYK for Dark Turquoise is cmyk(100%, 1%, 0%, 18%). 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 Turquoise
Darker shades (mixed toward black): #00ACAE, #00898B, #006769, #004546, #002223. Use deeper shades for hover states, borders, and dark-mode accents.
Tints of Dark Turquoise
Lighter tints (mixed toward white): #2BD6D9, #55DEE0, #80E7E8, #AAEFF0, #D5F7F7. Tints work well for soft backgrounds, chips, and secondary buttons.
Colors that go with Dark Turquoise
Complementary pairing: #00CED1, #D10300. Analogous neighbors: #00D16C, #00CED1, #0065D1. Triadic accents: #00CED1, #D100CE, #CED100. Always check text contrast when pairing.
Dark Turquoise color combinations
A practical combo: primary #00CED1, complementary accent #D10300, and a neutral charcoal or off-white for text and surfaces. Split-complementary options: #00CED1, #D10065, #D16C00.
Dark Turquoise in web design
Cyan and teal feel modern and technical. They suit dashboards, SaaS accents, and ocean-inspired branding when balanced with neutrals.
Dark Turquoise in branding
Teal brands feel fresh and digital-native — popular with fintech and travel startups. Contrast vs white is 1.95:1 (better as a large accent or background than small body text); vs black 10.75:1.
Dark Turquoise as a neon accent
Dark Turquoise reads neon/electric. Prefer dark backgrounds, use sparingly for logos and nightlife creatives, and verify contrast for any overlaid text.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the HEX code for Dark Turquoise?
- Dark Turquoise: #00CED1.
- What is Dark Turquoise RGB?
- Dark Turquoise: rgb(0, 206, 209).
- What is Dark Turquoise HSL?
- Dark Turquoise: hsl(181, 100%, 41%).
- What is Dark Turquoise CMYK?
- Dark Turquoise: cmyk(100%, 1%, 0%, 18%).
- What colors go with Dark Turquoise?
- Try complementary #00CED1, #D10300 or analogous #00D16C, #00CED1, #0065D1.
- Is Dark Turquoise good for text on white?
- Not ideal for small body text (1.95:1). Use as a large heading, button, or background instead.
Accessibility snapshot
Contrast vs white: 1.95:1 (prefer large accent or background). Contrast vs black: 10.75:1. Complementary swatch: #00CED1, #D10300.
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