Dark Gray hex code
The hex code for dark gray is #A9A9A9. In RGB that is rgb(169, 169, 169) and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 66%).
The hex code for dark gray is #A9A9A9. In RGB that is rgb(169, 169, 169) and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 66%).
Dark Gray · #A9A9A9
Colour codes
- HEX
- #A9A9A9
- RGB
- rgb(169, 169, 169)
- HSL
- hsl(0, 0%, 66%)
- CMYK
- 0, 0, 0, 34
- CSS name
- darkgray
- Contrast on white
- 2.35:1
- Contrast on black
- 8.94:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #bababa
40% lighter · #cbcbcb
60% lighter · #dddddd
80% lighter · #eeeeee
20% darker · #878787
40% darker · #656565
60% darker · #444444
80% darker · #222222
Complementary colour
Dark Gray · #A9A9A9
Opposite on the colour wheel · #a8a8a8
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for dark gray?
The hex code for dark gray is #A9A9A9. In RGB that is rgb(169, 169, 169) and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 66%).
Can I use dark gray for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 2.35:1 on white and 8.94:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a dark background, not on white.
What colour goes with dark gray?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #A8A8A8. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of dark gray instead.
Is dark gray a CSS colour name?
Yes. CSS accepts the keyword darkgray, so color: darkgray and color: #A9A9A9 render exactly the same.