What is the hex code for Gray?

The hex code for Gray is #808080. In RGB that is rgb(128, 128, 128), and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 50%).

What RGB values make Gray?

Gray is 128 red, 128 green, and 128 blue, written as rgb(128, 128, 128).

Gray scores 3.95:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it fails and should be used for fills or borders rather than type.

Yes. You can write color: gray directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #808080.

#808080

Gray is a gray tone at #808080. It sits at 0 degrees on the color wheel with 0% saturation and 50% lightness.

Color values

Tints mix Gray with white, shades mix it with black. Use the light end for backgrounds and the dark end for text that has to stay readable.

Tint 80%

#E6E6E6

Tint 60%

#CCCCCC

Tint 40%

#B3B3B3

Tint 20%

#999999

Base

#808080

Shade 20%

#666666

Shade 40%

#4D4D4D

Shade 60%

#333333

Shade 80%

#1A1A1A

On white

Sample text

3.95:1

Large text only

On black

Sample text

5.32:1

Passes AA for body text

Check a specific pairing in the contrast checker.

Frequently asked

What is the hex code for Gray?: The hex code for Gray is #808080. In RGB that is rgb(128, 128, 128), and in HSL it is hsl(0, 0%, 50%).
What RGB values make Gray?: Gray is 128 red, 128 green, and 128 blue, written as rgb(128, 128, 128).
Is Gray readable as text on a white background?: Gray scores 3.95:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it fails and should be used for fills or borders rather than type.
Is Gray a valid CSS color name?: Yes. You can write color: gray directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #808080.