Ref. #8399A2 · MQ5-27
Rainy Season
30%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rainy Season Technical Profile
What color is Rainy Season? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #8399A2. Colors similar to Rainy Season include Sherwin-Williams Whirlpool, Kilz Totally Scientific, Colorhouse Water .05. Rainy Season has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 30 gives Rainy Season depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Rainy Season pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Rainy Season
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rainy Season
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rainy Season
#8399A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rainy Season
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rainy Season 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 Season.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rainy Season — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rainy Season have?
Rainy Season by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Rainy Season from other brands?
The closest matches are Whirlpool by Sherwin-Williams (#80969D), Totally Scientific by Kilz (#7D96A1), Water .05 by Colorhouse (#82979D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rainy Season?
Rainy Season has an LRV of 30.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rainy Season's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.