adverb, noun
in these times; given the season; considering the circumstances
Used to preface a statement that takes the current season, social climate, or situation into account. Often appears in formal or written contexts.
時節柄、お体を大切になさってください。
Given the season, please take good care of yourself.
時節柄、大規模なイベントは自粛することになりました。
In light of the current situation, we have decided to refrain from holding large-scale events.
時節 is a noun meaning 'season' or 'times'; 時節柄 adds the nuance of 'considering the season/times' and functions adverbially.
Compound of 時節 (season, times) and 柄 (character, nature), literally 'the nature of the times/season'.