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Light Blue

#98CDCC

Light Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #98CDCC. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 152, 205, 204 in digital design or CMYK 26%, 0%, 0%, 20% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Blue Color Values

HEX
#98CDCC
RGB
152, 205, 204
HSL
179°, 35%, 70%
CMYK
26, 0, 0, 20

About this color

Light Blue sits at 179° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 35% saturation and 70% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Light Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Light Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 26%, 0%, 0%, 20% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Light Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #98CDCC;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 152, 205, 204;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#98CDCC',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 26%
M: 0%
Y: 0%
K: 20%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(152, 205, 204)
rgba(152, 205, 204, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 179° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #98CDCC?
#98CDCC is Light Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 152, 205, 204. It has a hue of 179°, 35% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #98CDCC?
The RGB color code for #98CDCC is rgb(152, 205, 204). This means it contains 152 red, 205 green, and 204 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Light Blue a warm or cool color?
Light Blue (#98CDCC) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #98CDCC in CSS?
You can use #98CDCC in CSS with: background-color: #98CDCC; or color: #98CDCC; or as an RGB value: rgb(152, 205, 204). For print design, use CMYK: 26%, 0%, 0%, 20%.