Light Salmon hex code
The hex code for light salmon is #FFA07A. In RGB that is rgb(255, 160, 122) and in HSL it is hsl(17, 100%, 74%).
The hex code for light salmon is #FFA07A. In RGB that is rgb(255, 160, 122) and in HSL it is hsl(17, 100%, 74%).
Light Salmon · #FFA07A
Colour codes
- HEX
- #FFA07A
- RGB
- rgb(255, 160, 122)
- HSL
- hsl(17, 100%, 74%)
- CMYK
- 0, 37, 52, 0
- CSS name
- lightsalmon
- Contrast on white
- 1.99:1
- Contrast on black
- 10.56:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #ffb395
40% lighter · #ffc6af
60% lighter · #ffd9ca
80% lighter · #ffece4
20% darker · #cc8062
40% darker · #996049
60% darker · #664031
80% darker · #332018
Complementary colour
Light Salmon · #FFA07A
Opposite on the colour wheel · #7ad9ff
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for light salmon?
The hex code for light salmon is #FFA07A. In RGB that is rgb(255, 160, 122) and in HSL it is hsl(17, 100%, 74%).
Can I use light salmon for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 1.99:1 on white and 10.56:1 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 light salmon?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #7AD9FF. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of light salmon instead.
Is light salmon a CSS colour name?
Yes. CSS accepts the keyword lightsalmon, so color: lightsalmon and color: #FFA07A render exactly the same.