Temperatures across the New York City metro area will climb to about 50 degrees on Monday after a snowy and icy weekend, but the unseasonable warmth will be short-lived as powerful winds and a sharp drop in temperatures move in later in the day.According to the National Weather Service, conditions are expected to be at their warmest near the coast, with rain and dense fog leaving the area by midday. The brief reprieve from cold will quickly give way to a strong cold front bringing gusts of up to 40 miles per hour, sending wind chills into the teens and low 20s overnight.The city’s buildings department is urging property owners and managers to take precautions ahead of the high winds. Officials stated they will carry out random spot checks at construction sites across New York City and plan to issue stop-work orders if needed to ensure safety.Residents are encouraged to report unsafe conditions to 311 and call 911 in case of emergencies, according to authorities.Blustery conditions will continue into Tuesday, with gusts reaching 40 miles per hour again before winds begin to die down ahead of Wednesday. The National Weather Service is currently forecasting a 30% chance of snow in the city on Wednesday night.The weather shift follows a wintry scene over the weekend, when ice and snowfall blanketed parts of the city. In Brooklyn, a man was seen walking through snowy streets on December 27, marking the start of a colder period that will soon be reinforced with another blast of Arctic air and brisk winds.This story has been updated with additional information.