DarkCyan#008B8B
RGB(0, 139, 139) • HSL(180°, 100%, 27%) • CMYK(100%, 0%, 0%, 45%)
Color Values
About DarkCyan
DarkCyan (#008B8B) is a dark, vibrant cyan color. With RGB values of 0, 139, 139 and an HSL of 180°, 100%, 27%, it sits in the teal family of colors. This hue is commonly used in design contexts that call for a dark teal tone.
The HEX code #008B8B translates to red 0, green 139, blue 139 in RGB notation — a standard color model used in digital displays and web development. In HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) notation, this color is represented as 180°, 100%, 27%, making it easy to create systematic tints and shades by adjusting the lightness value.
For print design, DarkCyan converts to a CMYK value of 100% Cyan, 0% Magenta, 0% Yellow, and 45% Key (Black). Always verify CMYK values with your printer, as on-screen colors may differ slightly from physical prints due to gamut differences between RGB and CMYK color spaces.
Using DarkCyan in Design
- •DarkCyan works well as a strong accent or headline color against light backgrounds.
- •Apply it to call-to-action buttons or navigation elements to create visual weight and hierarchy.
- •Cool blues and teals convey trust and calm — widely used in tech, finance, and healthcare design.
- •When using DarkCyan in web design, always verify WCAG contrast ratios to ensure accessibility for all users.