#3498DB Color — #3498DB
Complete color reference for #3498DB: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#3498DBrgb(52, 152, 219)hsl(204, 70%, 53%)hsv(204, 76%, 86%)C:76% M:31% Y:0% K:14%#3498DB34470030.283WCAG Accessibility Contrast
WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 (normal text) or ≥3:1 (large text). WCAG AAA requires ≥7:1.
Shades & Tints Scale
Steps 50–400 are tints (mixed with white); 500 is the base color; 600–900 are shades (mixed with black).
Color Harmonies
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #3498DB?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(52, 152, 219). The red channel is 52, green is 152, and blue is 219 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #3498DB?
The HSL value is hsl(204, 70%, 53%). Hue is 204°, saturation is 70%, and lightness is 53%.
Does #3498DB meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #3498DB achieves a 3.15:1 contrast ratio (AA Large). On a black background it achieves 6.66:1 (AA). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #3498DB?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #3498DB is #DB7633.