Ambient Weather WS-YG501 Galileo Thermometer
- 11.4 inch overall height, tabletop display
- 5 glass balls, Galileo range 64 to 80 °F
- Glass water barometer, 5.9 inch tall, frosted world map
- Wood-framed hygrometer on a wood base
- No batteries, water not included
- 1 year parts and labor warranty
Last refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A decorative tabletop instrument showing temperature, humidity and a pressure cue with no batteries. The barometer water is not included, and the Galileo scale covers only a narrow temperature band.
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ASIN: B004GF7C6AModel: WS-YG501Category: Barometers
Overview
A desk or tabletop gets a traditional glass instrument cluster here: a Galileo thermometer, a wood-framed hygrometer and a glass water barometer on one wood base. The temperature reading comes from the lowest floating bulb.
Three readings in one display make it as much an ornament as an instrument, and nothing needs power. The barometer needs water added before it works, and the Galileo bulbs cover a limited range, so treat it as a casual indicator rather than a precision tool.
Who it's for
People who like traditional glass instruments displayed on a table and are happy to add the water themselves. Buyers who want a full range or a digital readout should look at an electronic weather station.
Pros and cons
- Three instruments in one unit
- No batteries required
- Frosted world map on the barometer globe
- Wood base and wood-framed hygrometer
- Water must be added, not included
- Galileo scale covers a narrow band
- Barometer gives only a rough fair or bad cue
Performance notes
The Galileo thermometer reads from the lowest floating bulb, which moves as the liquid responds to temperature. The barometer works from the water level in the spout: a low level points to high pressure and fair weather, and a high level to bad weather. The hygrometer is mounted in a wood frame and reads humidity directly.
Specifications
| Brand | Ambient Weather |
|---|---|
| Model | WS-YG501 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Overall height | 11.4 inches |
| Barometer height | 5.9 inches |
| Weight | 2 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Galileo thermometer range | 64 to 80 °F |
| Temperature accuracy | Plus or minus 1 °C |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Batteries | None required |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Tabletop |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | 1 year parts and labor |
| Other details | |
| Glass balls | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Ambient Weather WS-YG501 an electronic weather station?
No. It is a glass Galileo thermometer, wood-framed hygrometer and water barometer. The listing says no batteries are required.
Does the WS-YG501 barometer come filled with water?
No. Water must be added and is not included. Distilled water is recommended but not required, and food coloring to tint it is optional and not included.
How does the WS-YG501 barometer show the weather?
A low level of liquid in the spout means high pressure and fair weather, and a high level means bad weather.