Coral is a
warm light color with the hex code #F9996C.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
249, 153, 108 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 39%, 57%, 2% for print applications.
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Coral
#F9996C
Coral Color Values
- HEX
- #F9996C
- RGB
- 249, 153, 108
- HSL
- 19°, 92%, 70%
- CMYK
- 0, 39, 57, 2
Shades & Tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Coral sits at 19° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 92% saturation and 70% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.
In digital design, warm colors like Coral work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.
When using Coral in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 39%, 57%, 2% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Coral
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #F9996C;
--brand-primary-rgb: 249, 153, 108;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#F9996C',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 0%
M: 39%
Y: 57%
K: 2%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(249, 153, 108)
rgba(249, 153, 108, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands Using the Same Hue
14 brand s with colors near 19° on the color wheel
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #F9996C?
#F9996C is Coral, a warm light color with RGB values of 249, 153, 108. It has a hue of 19°, 92%
saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #F9996C?
The RGB color code for #F9996C is rgb(249, 153, 108). This means it contains 249 red,
153 green, and 108 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Coral a warm or cool color?
Coral (#F9996C) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #F9996C in CSS?
You can use #F9996C in CSS with:
background-color: #F9996C; or color: #F9996C; or as an RGB value: rgb(249, 153, 108). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 39%, 57%, 2%.