3000K

3000K is a value used to describe the color temperature of light, expressed in kelvin. In lighting terminology, it is part of the correlated color temperature (CCT) system that indicates how warm or cool a light source appears. A 3000K source emits a warm white light with a noticeable yellowish tint, warmer than neutral daylight and cooler than the deepest amber of very low-temperature sources.

In practice, 3000K is commonly chosen for residential, hospitality, and some office settings where a cozy, inviting atmosphere is desired. It is often described as “warm white” and is favored for living rooms, bedrooms, restaurants, and hotels because it tends to render skin tones favorably while remaining easy on the eyes. Many LED and compact fluorescent fixtures are available in 2700K–3000K ranges to provide this ambiance, with 3000K occupying a mid-warm position within that spectrum.

Color rendering and measurement can vary with technology. The color rendering index (CRI) or newer color fidelity metrics describe how faithfully a light source renders colors at a given 3000K rating. Modern LEDs at 3000K typically offer CRI values in the 80–90 range, though exact figures depend on the mix of phosphors and phosphor-converted components.

In photography and videography, 3000K is a common white balance setting when working with tungsten lighting or indoors, producing a warm tone that may be corrected digitally or kept for stylistic effect.