#48D1CC

MediumTurquoise#48D1CC

RGB(72, 209, 204)  •  HSL(178°, 60%, 55%)  •  CMYK(66%, 0%, 2%, 18%)

Color Values

HEX#48D1CC
RGB72, 209, 204
HSL178° 60% 55%
CMYK66% 0% 2% 18%

Color Harmonies

About MediumTurquoise

MediumTurquoise (#48D1CC) is a medium, moderately saturated cyan color. With RGB values of 72, 209, 204 and an HSL of 178°, 60%, 55%, it sits in the cyan family of colors. This hue is commonly used in design contexts that call for a medium cyan tone.

The HEX code #48D1CC translates to red 72, green 209, blue 204 in RGB notation — a standard color model used in digital displays and web development. In HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) notation, this color is represented as 178°, 60%, 55%, making it easy to create systematic tints and shades by adjusting the lightness value.

For print design, MediumTurquoise converts to a CMYK value of 66% Cyan, 0% Magenta, 2% Yellow, and 18% Key (Black). Always verify CMYK values with your printer, as on-screen colors may differ slightly from physical prints due to gamut differences between RGB and CMYK color spaces.

Using MediumTurquoise in Design

  • MediumTurquoise is versatile as both a primary brand color and a supporting UI element tone.
  • It pairs well with neutral whites, grays, and off-whites for a balanced and professional look.
  • Cool blues and teals convey trust and calm — widely used in tech, finance, and healthcare design.
  • When using MediumTurquoise in web design, always verify WCAG contrast ratios to ensure accessibility for all users.