The engine block is probably so low on water that the water doesn't get to the temperature probe. The only thing that is effecting the termperature sensor is the air inside the block. You need to refill the system with water. A car cooling system is constantly heating and cooling. Your radiator cap has a pressure release valve. The valve can get weak and let water out the overflow when it's not suppose to and can be part of the problem As the engine warms the coolant expands and the excess goes into the makeup tank. As the engine cools it sucks it from the makeup tank back into the engine. This is all done through the hose near the radiator cap. The amount of coolant you've lost could be caused by a leak in the system or in the water pump. When the engine is cold you should remove the radiator cap and refill the system with water. Also fill the makeup tank to the maximum level indicator. After you have filled the system then start the car and watch the guage and see if you're overheating. You may have to replace the thermostat which controls the coolant temperature. If you still get no temperature or if the coolant level wasn't low then you may have to change the temperature sensor.
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