Aqua/Cyan Color Code: HEX Code & RGB Code Values

Looking for specific aqua/cyan color code? Get exact aqua/cyan hex code #00FFFF and aqua/cyan RGB code rgb(0,255,255). Complete color information for design and development projects featuring this vibrant, watery color.

HEX#00FFFF

RGBrgb(0,255,255)

Shades of Cyan

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HEX Color Value

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Shades (Adding Black)

• 3B82F6

  rgb(59, 130, 246)
• 376BC8

  rgb(55, 107, 200)
• 31559D

  rgb(49, 85, 157)
• 294073

  rgb(41, 64, 115)
• 202C4C

  rgb(32, 44, 76)
• 151928

  rgb(21, 25, 40)
• 000000

  rgb(0, 0, 0)

Tints (Adding White)

• 3B82F6

  rgb(59, 130, 246)
• 6D95F8

  rgb(109, 149, 248)
• 91A9FA

  rgb(145, 169, 250)
• AFBEFC

  rgb(175, 190, 252)
• CBD3FD

  rgb(203, 211, 253)
• E5E9FE

  rgb(229, 233, 254)
• FFFFFF

  rgb(255, 255, 255)

Tones (Adding Gray)

• 3B82F6

  rgb(59, 130, 246)
• 5082E9

  rgb(80, 130, 233)
• 6182D7

  rgb(97, 130, 215)
• 6F83C4

  rgb(111, 131, 196)
• 7983B0

  rgb(121, 131, 176)
• 80849B

  rgb(128, 132, 155)
• 808080

  rgb(128, 128, 128)

Cyan Palette

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Sequential

Single hue gradient for data visualization

7 colors

Lightest

#DAF1FF

Light

#ACD2F3

Medium Light

#7AB5E7

Medium

#3498DB

Medium Dark

#2B6F9F

Dark

#214967

Darkest

#142634

Diverging

Dual hue gradient with a neutral midpoint

9 colors

Base End

#3498DB

Left Dark

#76AEE2

Left Medium

#A4C5E9

Left Light

#CEDDEF

Neutral

#F5F5F5

Right Light

#F5D5C3

Right Medium

#F1B593

Right Dark

#E89664

Complementary End

#DB7734

Monochromatic

Same hue, different brightness/saturation

5 colors

Lightest

#FFFFFF

Light

#A9CAED

Medium

#3498DB

Dark

#004D89

Darkest

#000000

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

5 colors

Left Adjacent 2

#34DB77

Left Adjacent 1

#34DBCB

Main

#3498DB

Right Adjacent 1

#3445DB

Right Adjacent 2

#7734DB

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

2 colors

Main

#3498DB

Complementary

#DB7734

Triadic

Evenly spaced around the color wheel (120° apart)

3 colors

Main

#3498DB

Secondary

#DB3498

Tertiary

#98DB34

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

4 colors

Main

#3498DB

Right 90°

#CB34DB

Complementary

#DB7734

Left 90°

#45DB34

Tetradic

Two pairs of complementary colors

4 colors

Main

#3498DB

Secondary

#7734DB

Complementary

#DB7734

Complementary Secondary

#98DB34

Split Complementary

Complementary colors ±30°

3 colors

Main

#3498DB

Split Left

#DB3444

Split Right

#DBCB34

Cyclic

Circular gradient for periodic data

8 colors

0°

#3498DB

45°

#4D34DB

90°

#CB34DB

135°

#DB346E

180°

#DB7734

225°

#C2DB34

270°

#45DB34

315°

#34DBA1

Pastel

Soft, desaturated colors for modern UI

6 colors

Light Pastel

#A2B6C3

Pastel 1

#AFBFCB

Pastel 2

#BBC9D3

Pastel 3

#C7D3DB

Pastel 4

#D4DDE3

Deep Pastel

#E0E7EB

Common Blue Color Codes (HEX & RGB)

Blue →

HEX:#0000FF

RGB:rgb(0, 0, 255)

Navy Blue →

HEX:#000080

RGB:rgb(0, 0, 128)

Dark Blue →

HEX:#00008B

RGB:rgb(0, 0, 139)

Light Blue →

HEX:#ADD8E6

RGB:rgb(173, 216, 230)

Royal Blue →

HEX:#4169E1

RGB:rgb(65, 105, 225)

Sky Blue →

HEX:#87CEEB

RGB:rgb(135, 206, 235)

Baby Blue →

HEX:#89CFF0

RGB:rgb(137, 207, 240)

Electric Blue →

HEX:#7DF9FF

RGB:rgb(125, 249, 255)

Indigo →

HEX:#4B0082

RGB:rgb(75, 0, 130)

Turquoise →

HEX:#40E0D0

RGB:rgb(64, 224, 208)

Cyan →

HEX:#00FFFF

RGB:rgb(0, 255, 255)

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All Formats:

• HEX:
  #ECB12E
• RGB:
  rgb(236, 177, 46)
• CMYK:
  cmyk(0%, 25%, 81%, 7%)
• HSV:
  hsv(41°, 81%, 93%)
• HSL:
  hsl(41°, 83%, 55%)

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What is Cyan?

Cyan, also known as aqua, is a vibrant blue-green color that sits exactly between blue and green on the color wheel. The name "cyan" comes from the Greek word kyanos, meaning "dark blue." In printing, cyan is one of the three primary subtractive colors, along with magenta and yellow. It's also the color of cyanobacteria, blue-green algae that gave Earth its first oxygen atmosphere.

The hex code for cyan is #00FFFF, with RGB values of rgb(0, 255, 255). The color features equal parts blue and green with zero red, creating its characteristic electric appearance. Its CMYK values show maximum cyan with no magenta or yellow, producing a pure blue-green in print.

Cyan vs Similar Colors

Cyan is the purest blue-green:

Color	HEX Code	Key Difference
Cyan	#00FFFF	Pure blue-green, electric
Turquoise	#40E0D0	Muted, slightly greener
Teal	#008080	Darker, more balanced
Sky Blue	#87CEEB	Lighter, more blue-leaning

Cyan is brighter and more electric than turquoise, with a cleaner blue-green balance than teal.

Using Cyan in Design

Cyan's vibrancy makes it eye-catching:

Web and UI Design: Cyan works well for tech startups, gaming platforms, and creative apps. It creates energetic interfaces and attention-grabbing CTAs. Pair with dark backgrounds for maximum impact.

Graphic Design: Cyan is popular in tech branding, digital art, and modern packaging. It pairs well with black, white, and neon accents for futuristic designs.

Digital Art: Cyan is a staple in digital art and animation, often used for glowing effects and sci-fi themes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cyan hex code?

The cyan hex code is #00FFFF. This vibrant blue-green is used in printing and digital design.

What colors go well with cyan?

Cyan pairs beautifully with black, white, magenta, orange, and lime green.

Is cyan the same as turquoise?

No. Cyan (#00FFFF) is brighter and more electric than turquoise (#40E0D0).

What are the RGB values for cyan?

The cyan RGB code is rgb(0, 255, 255) — equal parts blue and green with zero red.

What is cyan's CMYK value?

Cyan CMYK is C:100, M:0, Y:0, K:0, producing pure cyan in print.