Green Cyan (#009966) Color Meaning, Values and Psychology

Green Cyan (#009966) Color Information

Green Cyan (#009966) RGB value is (0, 153, 102). The hex color red value is 0, green is 153, and blue is 102. Its HSL format shows a hue of 160°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 30%, while the CMYK process values are 100%, 0%, 33%, and 40%.

Colors that pair well with Green Cyan (#009966) include North Texas Green (#059033), CG Blue (#007AA5), and Mardi Gras (#880085), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Purple (#800080), Golden Earth (#996515), and Pink Raspberry (#980036) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Green Cyan color swatch with hex value #009966 and RGB value (0,153,102)

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Green Cyan (#009966) Color Meaning

Green Cyan (#009966) is a bright, clear green with subtle blue undertones. It belongs to the vivid green spectrum, symbolizing freshness, renewal, and dynamic energy. Its crisp tone makes it ideal for contemporary design, wellness branding, and nature-inspired visuals that emphasize vitality. In psychology, Green Cyan (#009966) stimulates mental alertness, emotional refreshment, and focus. The blend of green and cyan encourages creativity, balance, and engagement. Its luminous presence supports a sense of vitality and rejuvenation in spaces or design applications. Green Cyan (#009966) carries symbolic and spiritual significance. Green-blue tones are linked to growth, health, and clarity. Green Cyan (#009966) embodies renewal, dynamic energy, and harmony. It is often used in design to communicate environmental awareness, optimism, and fresh perspective.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Green Cyan (#009966) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX

#009966

RGB

rgb(0, 153, 102)

HSL

hsl(160°, 100%, 30%)

CMYK

cmyk(100%, 0%, 33%, 40%)

HSV

hsv(160°, 100%, 60%)

XYZ

13.7895 23.7418 16.4262

Yxy

23.7418 0.2556 0.4400

Hunter Lab

48.7256 -3.9757 1.3536

CIE-Lab

55.8283 -46.8766 17.3731

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Green Cyan (#009966) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red0 / 255 (0%)

Green153 / 255 (60%)

60%

Blue102 / 255 (40%)

40%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan100 / 100 (100%)

100%

Magenta0 / 100 (0%)

Yellow33 / 100 (33%)

33%

Key (Black)40 / 100 (40%)

40%

Color Variations

A full range of Green Cyan (#009966) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Green Cyan (#009966) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Green Cyan (#009966) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

Foreground:#FFFFFF

Background:#009966

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

3.65:1

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Normal Text

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UI Components

3.65:1

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✗WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Green Cyan (#009966) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.