A misconception about storms is that the photographs are the best in the heat of it. Nothing could be farther from the truth. You would need a very fast shutter speed to stop rain mid fall, which is difficult when the sky becomes dark. Using a standard shutter speed with rain won't show the beautiful streaky rain coming down, but it will make your image look like it was taken through a dirty lens and all the colors will appear washed out. Usually the best opportunities for stunning storm shots are right before the rain starts or just after it stops. Before it starts, you can showcase the contrast of the calm and impending sky. After the storm, there is usually a fabulous glow and the clearing clouds make for some interesting compositions. Always be careful that you are not taking any chances getting caught without shelter to get these shots. The weather can change quickly and lightning can find you if you are not in a covered area.
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