Dim Gray hex code
The hex code for dim gray is #696969. In RGB that is rgb(105, 105, 105) and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 41%).
The hex code for dim gray is #696969. In RGB that is rgb(105, 105, 105) and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 41%).
Dim Gray · #696969
Colour codes
- HEX
- #696969
- RGB
- rgb(105, 105, 105)
- HSL
- hsl(0, 0%, 41%)
- CMYK
- 0, 0, 0, 59
- CSS name
- dimgray
- Contrast on white
- 5.49:1
- Contrast on black
- 3.83:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #878787
40% lighter · #a5a5a5
60% lighter · #c3c3c3
80% lighter · #e1e1e1
20% darker · #545454
40% darker · #3f3f3f
60% darker · #2a2a2a
80% darker · #151515
Complementary colour
Dim Gray · #696969
Opposite on the colour wheel · #696969
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for dim gray?
The hex code for dim gray is #696969. In RGB that is rgb(105, 105, 105) and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 41%).
Can I use dim gray for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 5.49:1 on white and 3.83:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a white background.
What colour goes with dim gray?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #696969. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of dim gray instead.
Is dim gray a CSS colour name?
Yes. CSS accepts the keyword dimgray, so color: dimgray and color: #696969 render exactly the same.