I always judge when to mow based on the weather forecast as well. If there is a substantial amount of rain coming up then I’ll go ahead and mow at about an 8” height. No rain and hot temperatures in the forecast equals terrible clover mowing time IME especially in secluded woods plots like you have. One of clovers downfalls is it Just doesn’t do well when conditions are hot and dry.
FWIW I’ve had much better results spraying with
@Mennoniteman recipe than I have mowing actually.