Ref. #7EAE9C · N430-4
Rainy Afternoon
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rainy Afternoon Technical Profile
What color is Rainy Afternoon? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #7EAE9C. Colors similar to Rainy Afternoon include Kilz Fragrant Herbs, Benjamin Moore Everglades, PPG Catnip. Rainy Afternoon has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 30 gives Rainy Afternoon depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Rainy Afternoon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rainy Afternoon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rainy Afternoon
#7EAE9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A8AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rainy Afternoon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rainy Afternoon Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Rainy Afternoon.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rainy Afternoon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rainy Afternoon have?
Rainy Afternoon by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Rainy Afternoon from other brands?
The closest matches are Fragrant Herbs by Kilz (#80B09A), Everglades by Benjamin Moore (#84AD9E), Catnip by PPG (#80AA95). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rainy Afternoon?
Rainy Afternoon has an LRV of 30.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rainy Afternoon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.