I think it really depends on what kind of storm you're talking about too. A summer thundersquall
line generates some pretty nasty winds...but it doesn't generally last long enough to cause much in the way of waves.
Other storms last a lot longer and cause much more in the way of waves, and can cause some seriously confused seas, especially if the wind shifts direction dramatically.
Also, the strength of the rain can affect the waves. Really heavy rainstorms tend to flatten out the seas from what I've seen.
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