#78B8F3

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #78B8F3?

RGB(120, 184, 243), HSL(208.8, 83.7%, 71.2%), CMYK(50.6%, 24.3%, 0.0%, 4.7%).

Q: Does #78B8F3 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.11:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#78B8F3 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 120, 184, 243, in HSL 208.8°, 83.7%, 71.2%, and in CMYK 50.6%, 24.3%, 0.0%, 4.7%. The nearest named color is steelblue 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#78B8F3

RGB

120, 184, 243

HSL

208.8, 83.7%, 71.2%

HSV

208.8, 50.6%, 95.3%

CMYK

50.6%, 24.3%, 0.0%, 4.7%

OKLCH

0.7625 0.1077 247.5

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: steelblue 2

Color Psychology

Light blues are universally associated with clear skies, serenity, and trustworthiness. They lower blood pressure and heart rate, making them the most psychologically calming chromatic colors. Baby blue in particular symbolizes gentleness, innocence, and reliable safety.

Design Usage

Soft blues are the most widely used background color in enterprise software, social media, and healthcare apps. They create a professional yet friendly atmosphere that encourages prolonged engagement. Use them for empty states, onboarding screens, and informational banners that should feel non-threatening.