#A3C6DB

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A3C6DB?

RGB(163, 198, 219), HSL(202.5, 43.8%, 74.9%), CMYK(25.6%, 9.6%, 0.0%, 14.1%).

Q: Does #A3C6DB meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.8:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A3C6DB is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 163, 198, 219, in HSL 202.5°, 43.8%, 74.9%, and in CMYK 25.6%, 9.6%, 0.0%, 14.1%. The nearest named color is NCS S 0520-B Light Blue.

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Color Values

HEX

#A3C6DB

RGB

163, 198, 219

HSL

202.5, 43.8%, 74.9%

HSV

202.5, 25.6%, 85.9%

CMYK

25.6%, 9.6%, 0.0%, 14.1%

OKLCH

0.8079 0.0478 234.5

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: NCS S 0520-B Light Blue

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.