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Navy

#05182E

Navy is a cool dark color with the hex code #05182E. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 5, 24, 46 in digital design or CMYK 89%, 48%, 0%, 82% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Navy Color Values

HEX
#05182E
RGB
5, 24, 46
HSL
212°, 80%, 10%
CMYK
89, 48, 0, 82

About this color

Navy sits at 212° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 80% saturation and 10% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, cool colors like Navy work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Navy in print, the CMYK breakdown of 89%, 48%, 0%, 82% ensures accurate color reproduction. The high black component suggests this color will print deep and rich, though screen appearance may vary from print output.

How to use Navy

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #05182E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 5, 24, 46;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#05182E',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 89%
M: 48%
Y: 0%
K: 82%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(5, 24, 46)
rgba(5, 24, 46, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #05182E?
#05182E is Navy, a cool dark color with RGB values of 5, 24, 46. It has a hue of 212°, 80% saturation, and 10% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #05182E?
The RGB color code for #05182E is rgb(5, 24, 46). This means it contains 5 red, 24 green, and 46 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Navy a warm or cool color?
Navy (#05182E) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #05182E in CSS?
You can use #05182E in CSS with: background-color: #05182E; or color: #05182E; or as an RGB value: rgb(5, 24, 46). For print design, use CMYK: 89%, 48%, 0%, 82%.