given the season; because of the time of year; in times like these
Used to explain that something is natural or unavoidable considering the current season or circumstances. Often appears in polite or formal contexts, such as business correspondence or seasonal greetings.
See also: 時節柄
Given the season, please take care of yourself.
Because of the time of year, the flu is going around.
Compound of 季節 (season) + 柄 (pattern, nature, characteristic). The suffix 〜柄 (がら) attaches to nouns to express 'due to the nature of...' or 'considering...'.