Rain Cloud 9639 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #536168, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Thunder Bay from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #536168 · 9639
Rain Cloud
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Rain Cloud in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rain Cloud in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRain Cloud
Nearly identical
BehrThunder Bay
Thunder Bay
Behr
Nearly identical
Mysterious
PPG
Nearly identical
Poseidon Depths
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Nocturnal Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Novelty Navy
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cobalt Cannon
Valspar
Very similar
Charcoal
Kilz
Very similar
Thunderstorm
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rain Cloud
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rain Cloud
#536168
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5F678F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rain Cloud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rain Cloud 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
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Rain Cloud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rain Cloud have?
Rain Cloud by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rain Cloud in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rain Cloud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rain Cloud are Thunder Bay by Behr (a near-identical match), Mysterious by PPG (a near-identical match), Poseidon Depths by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rain Cloud's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Rain Cloud?
Rain Cloud has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rain Cloud's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.