Color #042F2F

Color Code #042F2F

A precise look at this Cyan color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.

CyanVery dark
Color preview#042F2F
Conversions

Complete color values

Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.

HEX
#042F2F
RGB
rgb(4, 47, 47)
HSL
hsl(180 84.31% 10%)
HSV
hsv(180 91.49% 18.43%)
CMYKApproximate
91.49%, 0%, 0%, 81.57%
Relative luminance0.02260—1
Contrast with white14.45:1WCAG
Contrast with black1.45:1WCAG
Best text color#FFFFFFAA ✓

Contrast report

Readability against white and black text

Readable text sample14.45:1
AA ✓AAA ✓
Readable text sample1.45:1
AA ×AAA ×
Usage suggestions

Where can this color work?

This very dark Cyan tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.

Use #042F2F for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.

Color harmony

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Monochrome scale

For designers and developers

CSS code example

CSS
.color-sample {
  color: #042F2F;
  background-color: #042F2F1A;
  border-color: #042F2F;
}

Frequently asked questions

What is the RGB value of #042F2F?

This color is RGB(4, 47, 47).

What is the HSL value of #042F2F?

Its value is HSL(180°, 84.31%, 10%).

Is #042F2F suitable for text?

Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.