As an alternative, look for dramatic contrast in the sky, such as a black sky with a shaft of light shining through. Try taking photos of people reacting to or being affected by the weather. Prepare for the cold by layering clothing and always have a hat, but what has helped me most are wind-proof fleece gloves. They allows me to operate the camera controls in any weather. This is the most personal part of photography.
Experience is the best teacher of composition.
Don t try and include everything. A cluttered image is normally hard on the eyes. The rule of thirds. Divide an image into three parts horizontally and vertically. Placing the horizon a third of the way from the top or bottom for impact.