seasonal unemployment

1. Periodic unemployment created by seasonal variations in particular industries, especially industries such as construction that are affected by the weather.

Example Sentences

People employed in food and fish processing and as farm laborers are especially vulnerable to seasonal unemployment, low wages, uneven employee benefits and unsafe working conditions, including high rates of occupational injury and illness.

From Salon

It has struggled to pass labor market reforms that address high levels of seasonal unemployment and low-paid, temporary work.

From Reuters

Seasonal unemployment is when there is no work because of weather or time conditions.

From Salon

This means we always will have some seasonal unemployment.

From Salon

Little can be done about seasonal unemployment since control of the weather and seasons are beyond human control.

From Salon