Full of joy, this dolphin leaps right through a sparkling rainbow formed in the fine water droplets of its own spray — a magical, colorful moment. Our dolphin rainbow coloring page captures exactly this cheerful scene, and you can print it for free right away.
Why This Coloring Page Brings So Much Color
The colorful rainbow offers the perfect chance to use every colored pencil at once and experiment with the whole color spectrum. The contrast between the more subdued gray dolphin and the vivid rainbow colors makes this design especially varied.
A unique rainbow design
A lively, dynamic design
Fine splashes to color
Perfect for every colored pencil
🖨️ Step-by-Step: How to Print Perfectly
Click "Print Now" and set your printer to black & white to save ink!
Use thicker paper (100–120gsm) for markers so colors don't bleed through
A quiet spot with good light — a washable tablecloth is gold for little artists!
Talk together about how many colors a rainbow really has!
🌈 Fun Facts About Rainbows in Water Spray
While your child colors, here's a great moment for a little story: a rainbow forms when sunlight hits tiny water droplets, bends inside them, and splits into its individual colors — the very same thing happens in the fine spray a leaping dolphin trails behind it. For this display of color to become visible, the sun has to be positioned at exactly the right angle behind the viewer, while the water droplets float in the air in front of them. Mini rainbows like these in spray or waterfalls follow exactly the same physics as the big rainbows in the sky, just on a smaller scale. Anyone who wants to learn more about how rainbows form can explore the rainbow profile on Wikipedia together.
🎨 Creative Idea: What to Do with the Finished Picture?
Is the dolphin in the rainbow all colored in? It deserves a place of honor on the wall! Afterward, on a sunny day, spray a fine mist into the air together with a garden hose and look for your very own little rainbow. ✂️
🎨 Which Colors Suit the Dolphin in the Rainbow?
For this colorful design, feel free to use the whole spectrum! Here are our favorite color ideas for little artists:
For the dolphin's body
For the outer rainbow ring
For the middle of the rainbow
For the inner rainbow ring and the sea
💡 Coloring Technique Tip: Color the rainbow stripes from outside to inside as Red-Orange-Yellow-Green-Blue-Violet — just like a real rainbow!
📅 When Is This Coloring Page a Great Fit?
This design is a true all-rounder — here are our favorite occasions:
A colorful design for little ocean fans
This colorful design brings sunshine indoors
Perfect for talking about light and color
A beautiful design full of color
🌈 Fun Facts About Rainbows for Kids
While your child colors, read these facts out loud — kids love nature trivia!
Light bends inside tiny droplets
Only then can you see a rainbow
Mist shows the exact same physics
The colors always follow the same pattern
🐬 Discover the Whole Ocean World!
The dolphin in the rainbow fits perfectly with our collection of big sea creatures! Combine several coloring pages and build a whole ocean world:
🌊 The Complete Giants Pack:
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Thick Outlines: Clear lines for the dolphin and rainbow.
- Free to Print: Over 500 designs available instantly, no sign-up required.
- Safe & Fast: Instant access to PDF-optimized WebP previews.
- Suitable for All Ages: A colorful, cheerful design.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page suitable for?
The dolphin in the rainbow works for children of any age — from broad base colors to finely tuned rainbow stripes.
Is the download free?
Yes, all coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
Which coloring tools work best?
We recommend the largest colored pencil set you have for the rainbow, and gray tones for the dolphin.
Is there a German/English version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Ausmalbild Delfin springt durch einen Regenbogen aus Gischt.