seasonal

adjective

sea·​son·​al ˈsē-zᵊn-əl 

ˈsēz-nəl

1

: of, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season

seasonal storms

2

: affected or caused by seasonal need or availability

seasonal industries

seasonality

ˌsē-zə-ˈna-lə-tē 

noun

seasonally

ˈsē-zᵊn-ə-lē 

ˈsēz-nə-lē

adverb

Examples of seasonal in a Sentence

The rise in gas prices is seasonal.

The store hires seasonal workers during the holidays.

Recent Examples on the Web

The only bind these strappy sandals present is which one to buy—the more the merrier for a big seasonal refresh! — Talia Abbas, Vogue, 10 July 2026

Temperatures are expected to reach their seasonal norms, with the hottest inland spots in the region expected to get into the lower 90s by Saturday, the weather service said. — Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 9 July 2026

Guests line up for classics like patatas bravas, jamón ibérico and seasonal pintxos, paired with an extensive Spanish wine list. — Evan Moore july 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026

Each dinner will be designed as an immersive experience, where guests will tour the property, which is a working citrus, persimon and pomegranate ranch, and enjoy a communal meal made with local seasonal ingredients and wines. — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing seasonal

• seasonal affective disorder

Kids Definition

seasonal

adjective

sea·​son·​al ˈsēz-nəl 

-ᵊn-əl

: of, relating to, or restricted to a particular season

seasonal industries

seasonally

-nə-lē 

-ᵊn-ə-lē

adverb